New model could help surgeons pick the right graft size for ACL repair
NCT ID NCT07538245
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study aims to create a formula that uses a patient's height, weight, and other body measurements to predict the size of a tendon graft used in ACL knee surgery. Researchers will measure the actual graft size during surgery in 90 adults and compare it to their predictions. If accurate, this could help surgeons plan better and avoid graft-related problems.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help surgeons better predict graft size before ACL surgery, potentially improving surgical outcomes and reducing complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational study. The model may not be accurate for all patients, and it does not test a new treatment or cure.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Samsun University
Atakent, Samsun, 55200, Turkey (Türkiye)