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Scientists map a new tendon in the shoulder using ultrasound

NCT ID NCT06441903

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study used ultrasound to look at a recently discovered tendon in the shoulder called the delto-pectoral tendon (DPT). Researchers examined 46 adults with upper limb injuries to measure this tendon and understand how it connects with other shoulder structures. The goal was to better explain certain tendon injuries and improve future diagnosis.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could improve understanding of shoulder tendon injuries and guide better diagnosis or treatment approaches.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with no intervention, so it cannot directly lead to a new treatment. Its findings are preliminary and need further validation.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

46 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2024

Finished

Sep 2024

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

Adults with no history of pectoralis major and consulting for a musculoskeletal pathology of the upper limb

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient \> 18 years, * Consultation for a musculoskeletal pathology of the upper limb Exclusion Criteria: * History of pathology of the pectoralis major or of the distal tendon of the pectoralis major * Pregnant or breastfeeding women * Patient under protection of the adults (guardianship, curators or safeguard of justice) * Unable to understand * Opposition by the patient

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ambroise Paré - Hartmann Private Hospital Group

    Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France Region, 92200, France