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Can a frailty score predict hip surgery outcomes better than heart tests?

NCT ID NCT07490184

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Methodist Health System Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks back at medical records of 100 older adults (60+) who had hip surgery after an injury. Researchers want to see if a simple frailty score or standard heart tests better predict who will have complications or die after surgery. The goal is to find better ways to assess risk in elderly trauma patients.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could help doctors better predict which older patients are at higher risk after hip surgery, leading to improved care.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study that only collects past data, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to other hospitals or patient groups.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 100 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2024

Expected to finish

Feb 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Among geriatric patients suffering from hip fractures, frailty is common and is associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications and morbidity with hip fracture surgery.

Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: ≥60 years old Included in the Methodist Dallas Medical Center Trauma Registry Documented orthopedic injury with surgical management Exclusion Criteria: \<60 years old Prisoners, pregnant persons, or other protected populations

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Conditions

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heart disorder

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Cardiac disease

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Clinical Research Institute at Methodist Health System

    RECRUITING

    Dallas, Texas, 75203, United States

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