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The Faroese Knee Cohort: An Investigation of Etiology and Long-term Implications of Trochlear Dysplasia and Patellar Dislocations
Led by Hvidovre University Hospital · Updated on 2023-02-17
100
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
1413 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are establishing the Faroese Knee Cohort to include all individuals aged 15 to 20 years from the Faroe Islands who have patellar instability or a prior knee injury such as ACL rupture or meniscus damage. The study focuses on understanding patellar dislocations, trochlear dysplasia, and their long-term effects, including the development of retropatellar arthritis and impacts on quality of life and function. It also investigates the prevalence and outcomes of ACL and meniscus injuries in this population. This observational study does not involve any intervention. Participants are grouped based on their knee condition: those with patellar dislocation without trochlear dysplasia, those with patellar dislocation and trochlear dysplasia, and those with ACL or meniscus injuries. These diagnoses are determined using MRI or X-ray imaging, and the study examines various knee measurements and behavioral risk factors such as participation in pivoting sports. Participants will be followed and assessed for the severity and frequency of patellar dislocations or near-dislocations over one year. Researchers will collect patient-reported outcomes related to activity levels, luxation scores, and patellofemoral pain. The study includes clinical evaluations, imaging, and questionnaires to understand risk factors and long-term effects on knee function and quality of life, with a planned observation period extending to 2051.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
The Faroese Knee Cohort: Etiology and Long-term Implications of Trochlear Dysplasia and Patellar Dislocations.
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age between 15 and 20 years at the start of enrolment
- Feeling of patellar instability or experience of patellar dislocation or near-dislocation
- Residency in the Faroe Islands
- Written parental consent for participants under 18 years old
You will not qualify if you...
- Terminal illness
- Mental disabilities or illnesses preventing independent completion of questionnaires and clinical cooperation
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 1 month
Participants undergo MRI and X-ray imaging to assess for patellar instability, patellar dislocation, and trochlear dysplasia.
1 to 2 visits depending on imaging schedule
Duration - 1 year
Participants are observed over time to monitor the frequency and severity of patellar dislocations or near-dislocations and to collect patient-reported outcomes related to knee function and pain.
Periodic follow-up assessments during the year
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre
Hvidovre, Denmark, 2650
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Research Team
N
Niclas Eysturoy, MD
K
Kristoffer Barfod, M.D. Ph.D.
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
3
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