The Nordic DeltaCon Trial for Displaced Proximal Humeral Fractures in Elderly
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Operative treatment with Reversed Total Shoulder Prosthesis: The standardized approach is the delto-pectoral to minimize any damage of the deltoid muscle. A cemented monoblock humeral stem will be implanted. Braided polyester suture-cerclages engaging the insertion of the subscapular and infraspinatus tendons enforced by a bonegraft or a "horseshoe-graft" from the humeral head will be used
Study summary
The Nordic DeltaCon Trial is a prospective, single-blinded, randomized, controlled, multi-center and multi-national trial comparing reverse prosthesis and non-operative treatment in displaced proximal humerus fractures, in the elderly patients aged 65 to 85 years with displaced OTA/AO group B2 or C2 fractures (According to the new 2018 revision: AO/OTA (Orthopaedic Trauma Association) group 11-B1.1, 11-B1.2 and 11-C1.1, 11-C3.1. )
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Quick-DASH — From enrollment to 5 years follow-up. Scale 1-4 points (Total point x answers given) x25. Lowest point best
The short form of Disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand
Trial sites (3)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aarhus University Hospital, Division of Orthopaedics | Aarhus | Denmark | |
| Tampere University Hospital, Division of Orthopaedics | Tampere | Finland | |
| Oslo University Hospital, Division of Orthopaedics | Oslo | Norway |
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This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
View NCT03531463 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ← All trials in Denmark