N/A
Completed N=115
Role of Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC) Device in Postoperative Management of Pelvic and Acetabular Fractures
Pelvic Fractures · Acetabular fractures · Hip Fracture
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT00635479 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
115
Serious AEs
26.4%
Results posted
Feb 2014
Primary outcomePrimary: Number of Participants With Wound Infections — 5; 2 participants
Summary
The purpose of this research is to study the efficacy and cost effectiveness of the VAC device in comparison to traditional gauze wound dressing in pelvic, acetabular and hip fractures, specifically to see if there is a reduction in the incidence of post operative surgical wound drainage, infections, and hospital stay.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Number of Participants With Wound Infections |
5; 2 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- 18 years or older
- Scheduled for surgical repair of pelvic and/or acetabular fracture
- Subject/guardian able to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
- Less than 18 years of age
- Subject/guardian unable to provide informed consent
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00635479). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.