Hip fracture surgery showdown: which plate works best?
NCT ID NCT06409559
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways to fix a broken hip socket using metal plates. One method uses a rim plate with screws through it, the other uses a buttress plate without those screws. Researchers will track 60 adults aged 18-65 to see which approach leads to better bone healing, less joint damage, and improved mobility one year after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Pelvic reconstruction plate (a metal implant used to stabilize bone fractures)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could show that one surgical technique (rim plate with screws) is better than the standard buttress plate for healing hip socket fractures and reducing long-term arthritis risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial (60 people) comparing two established surgical methods, so the differences may be small or not statistically significant. Results may not apply to all fracture types or older patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
RECRUITINGCincinnati, Ohio, 45267, United States
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