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New hip stem holds promise for patients with wide thigh bones

NCT ID NCT06768541

Disease control Sponsor: Krankenhaus Barmherzige Schwestern Linz Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how well a short stem hip replacement stays in place in people with a wider thigh bone canal (DORR Type C). 108 participants who had this surgery were followed to measure any sinking of the implant and to track their pain and function. The goal was to see if this type of stem is a good option for this specific bone shape.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Short stem hip replacement (Optimys short stem)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that short stem hip replacements are a good option for people with a wider thigh bone canal, potentially leading to better long-term implant stability.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with no control group, so results may not apply to everyone. The main risk is that the implant may shift (subside) over time, which could require further surgery.

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Study facts

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

Participants

108 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2023

Finished

Mar 2025

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

108 patients were eligible, of which 55 underwent routine follow-ups. Complete data was available from 44 patients. 22 patients each were male and female. Mean age at surgery was 68.3 years. Mean BMI was 27.9 kg/m2

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * THA using Optimys short stem from 1.1.2018 bis 31.12.2020 in the institution. * Typ C Femur according to Dorr Exclusion Criteria: * none

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, hip

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Hip osteoarthritis Short stem prosthesis Total hip arthroplasty (THA)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ordensklinikum Linz Barmherzige Schwestern

    Linz, 4010, Austria

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