Diagnostic Protocol Of Painful Hip

Overview

Nondisplaced hip fractures may be radiographically occult and require MRI or single photon emission CT bone scintigraphy for accurate diagnosis. Both examinations are expensive and are not readily available in many hospitals. Ultrasound (US) examination is relatively inexpensive and preliminary data had demonstrated its efficacy in detecting occult fractures in other sites. Our objective is to evaluate US examination as a screening tool for occult hip fractures in posttraumatic painful hips in the elderly.

Study Type

  • Study Type: Observational
  • Study Design
    • Time Perspective: Prospective

Participating in This Clinical Trial

Inclusion Criteria

1. Men and women above 40 years old 2. Trauma to the hip . 3. Extreme difficulty in walking or inability to step on the leg, following sensitivity in the hip joint area after local pressure or in a movement. 4. X ray of the pelvis aimed to the suspected hip joint (including AP lateral position and internal rotation) does not demonstrate fracture in the joint or the pelvis. Exclusion Criteria:

1. None

Gender Eligibility: All

Minimum Age: 40 Years

Maximum Age: 85 Years

Are Healthy Volunteers Accepted: No

Investigator Details

  • Lead Sponsor
    • Hadassah Medical Organization
  • Provider of Information About this Clinical Study
    • Dr. Ori Safran, Hadassah Medical Organization

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