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Open Tibia Fracture Clinical Trial in Baltimore, MD

Access cutting-edge open tibia fracture treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Baltimore. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Baltimore

    Convenient for MD residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Baltimore site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Open Tibia Fracture Study in Baltimore

The Beads vs Vac trial is a multi-centre randomized controlled trial of 312 participants with a severe open tibia fracture requiring multiple irrigation and debridement surgeries. Eligible participants will be randomized to receive either an antibiotic bead pouch or negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) for their temporary open fracture wound management. Outcomes will be assessed at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months post-surgery. The primary outcome will be a composite outcome to evaluate clinica

Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

are: 1. Patients 18 years of age or older. 2. Severe open tibia fracture requiring more than one irrigation and debridement procedure to treat the open fracture. 3. Planned internal or external fixation for definitive fracture management. 4. Formal surgical debridement within 72 hours of their injury. 5. Will have all planned fracture care surgeries performed by a participating surgeon or delegate. 6. Informed consent obtained. The

Exclusion Criteria

are: 1. Due to the severity of injury, the treating surgeon does not believe limb salvage \>6 months is likely to be successful based on the emergency department or initial intraoperative assessment (prior to enrolment and randomization). 2. Medical contraindication to antibiotic beads, including previously known allergies or sensitivities to vancomycin and/or tobramycin. 3. Medical or injury contraindication to NPWT. Injury contraindications could include situations in which the NPWT could not be placed over a va

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Baltimore?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05615844) has an active research site in Baltimore, MD that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Open Tibia Fracture Treatment Options in Baltimore, MD

If you're searching for open tibia fracture treatment options in Baltimore, MD, this clinical trial (NCT05615844) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Baltimore research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced open tibia fracture specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all open tibia fracture clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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