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Tourniquet vs. Dual-flow Arthroscopy Sheath in Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllCentre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Toulon La Sey…
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This is a prospective randomized study comparing tourniquet use versus a dual-flow arthroscopy sheath in Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. The ACL is largely responsible for knee stability and contributes to central pivot with the posterior cruciate ligament. ACL rupture is associated with a violent twisting motion of the knee, which is usually irreparable without surgical intervention. ACL reconstruction via arthroscopy is the gold standard treatment for young, active patients with knee instability. Reconstruction is commonly performed using a thigh tourniquet to improve intraoperative visibility, reduce bleeding, and shorten procedure time. However, numerous studies associate tourniquet use with an increased risk of postoperative complications such as increased pain, muscle injury, postoperative bleeding, and deep vein thrombosis. Therefore, it seems relevant t

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Primary ACL reconstruction * Age 18 years or older * Provided informed consent prior to study participation * Affiliated to or beneficiary of a social security regimen Exclusion Criteria: * Multi-ligamentous surgery * Revision ACL surgery * Presence of a meniscal and/or chondral lesion not allowing immediate weight-bearing postoperatively * Bleeding disorder * Pregnant, parturient or breastfeeding women * Patient under legal guardianship * Any other reason which, in the opinion of the investigator, could interfere with the evaluation of the objectives of the study objectives
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What it tests

  • ACL reconstruction with a dual-flow arthroscopy sheath
  • ACL reconstruction with a thigh tourniquet
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Where

3 sites
CHU de Reims
Reims, France
Centre Hospitalier de Hyères
Hyères, France
Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Toulon - La Seyne sur Mer
Toulon, France
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