Clinical validation of the 'C-arm rotational view (CARV)': study protocol of a prospective randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Rotational malalignment occurs in up to 30% of cases after intramedullary nailing of tibial shaft fractures. The aim of this study is to assess the clinical feasibility of a newly introduced standardised intraoperative fluoroscopy protocol coined 'C-arm rotational view (CARV)' in order to reduce the risk of rotational malalignment during intramedullary nailing of tibial shaft fractures. The CARV includes predefined fluoroscopy landmark views of the uninjured side to obtain correct alignment of the injured side with use of the rotation of the C-arm.

Methods and analysis

This randomised controlled trial will be conducted in a level 1 trauma centre. Adult patients with an open or closed tibial fracture, eligible for intramedullary nailing, will be enrolled in the s

SUBMITTER: Bleeker NJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10668275 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature