Thumb arthritis surgery showdown: which operation wins?
NCT ID NCT07583628
First seen May 16, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study compares two common surgeries for thumb arthritis: total joint replacement (arthroplasty) and trapeziectomy (removing a small bone). Researchers will analyze data from 1,000 patients aged 45 and older to see which surgery provides better pain relief and function after one year. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the best option.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
surgery (joint replacement or trapeziectomy)
What this could lead to
If one surgery proves clearly better, it could become the new standard for thumb arthritis, leading to faster recovery and less pain for patients.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be biased. Also, joint replacements can fail or need revision over time.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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