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Intramedullary Nail Versus Plate Fixation Re-Evaluation Study in Proximal Tibial Fractures: A Multicenter Randomized Trial Comparing IM Nails and Plate Fixation (IMPRESS)
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating reamed, interlocking intramedullary nail and locking periarticular plate for Tibial Fractures. Completed, enrolled 108 participants across 29 sites in 2 countries.
Detailed Summary
This study looks at two types of surgical treatments and hopes to answer the question: which is the best way to surgically treat a proximal tibia fracture? Both procedures being studied are standard of care (used routinely) and use FDA approved devices. All medical and surgical treatment will be the same for participants as non-participants.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Standard of care device for tibia fracture repair; Randomized Treatment - Nail
Standard of care device for tibia fracture repair; Randomized Treatment - Plate