N/A
Completed N=8
In Vivo Arthroscopic Behavior of the Infrapatellar Plica of the Knee
Anterior Knee Pain Syndrome
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT00643487 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
8
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
May 2016
Primary outcomePrimary: Number of Participants With Successful Recording. — 2; 3 Participants
Summary
Anterior knee pain has been an enigmatic problem for orthopedic surgeons. Recent studies, as well as the clinical observation of the principle investigator have suggested that arthroscopic resection of the infrapatellar plica (IPP), a vestigial remnant from embryonic development of no known clinical or biological significance, may eliminate this pain. The mechanism whereby this pain is related to the IPP is unclear. This study will document the mechanical behavior of the IPP, its kinematics, as recorded on video among a group of subjects who are undergoing arthroscopy. Radiographic visualization of the observed behavior will be obtained by injection of contrast material, and then fluoroscopic recording of a standard series of motions. The plica will then be resected to avoid any possibility of residual symptoms related to its presence. Further fluoroscopy of the knee without plical attachment, will allow the kinematic behavior to be assessed. The procedure will then be terminated.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Number of Participants With Successful Recording. |
2; 3 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
must be Healthy subject must be >18 years of age, skeletally mature must bePending knee joint arthroscopy.
may not have Active infection
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00643487). 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.