Gene study aims to unlock why some leg fractures lead to dangerous muscle swelling
NCT ID NCT05521958
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares genetic differences and muscle gene activity in people who develop acute compartment syndrome after a leg fracture versus those who do not. Researchers will measure a protein called myostatin in muscle tissue. The goal is to better understand why some people get this serious condition, which can lead to muscle damage if not treated quickly.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 80 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jun 2022
- Expected to finish
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Jun 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 90 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient 18+ years of age. English speaking. * Patients with the clinical diagnosis of lower leg acute compartment syndrome secondary to tibial shaft or tibial plateau fracture. * Patients without clinical compartment syndrome undergoing operative intervention within 48 hours of injury for tibial shaft or tibial plateau fractures. * Patients with the clinical diagnosis of exertional compartment syndrome with planned surgical intervention. Exclusion Criteria: * Non-english speaking participants
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Conditions
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112, United States
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