Functional Outcome After EPL-rupture After Distal Radius Fracture

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Conditions studied: Distal Radius Fracture

In brief

Rupture of the extensor pollicis longus, (EPL) is a common complication after distal radius fractures. A rupture prevents the thumb extension, which in turn has a negative impact on hand function. An EPL-rupture can either be surgically treated by primary suture, which means that the ends of the tendon are sutured. This is however not recommended if the tendon is weakened. In such cases the rupture can be treated by a transfer of, most often, extensor indicis proprius (EIP) to the thumb. Distal radius fractures are common and a rupture of the EPL-tendon is a known complication thar interferes with hand function and therefore more studies on this patient group are warranted. The aim of this prospective study is to compare regaining of thumb function after surgery, with the non-injured side, after primary suture and EIP-transfer after EPL-rupture as a complication following distal radius fracture.

Key facts

Study ID
NCT05264675
Run by
Vastra Gotaland Region
People needed
60
Starts
2022-01-01
Expected to finish
2026-12-01
Last updated by the study team
2024-11-14

Who can join

Age: 16 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

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Where it is running

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