Prospective Evaluation of Surgery vs. Low Dose External Beam Radiotherapy for Painful Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis – A Study Protocol
Journal Title: Open Journal of Orthopedics and Rheumatology - Year 2016, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
We report the protocol of a prospective observational study on surgical and conservative therapies for painful thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) osteoarthritis. 150 consecutive patients who are referred to our centers for surgery or LD-EBRT of CMC arthrosis will be offered the participation in this trial. Four examinations are planned: 1) baseline (after given informed consent, before treatment), 2) at three months, 3) at 12 months, and 4) at 24 months after therapy.
Authors and Affiliations
Rüttermann Mike, Kaltenborn Alexander, Trillmann Annika, Gutcke Andre, Hermann Robert Michael
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