Bikini vs Longitudinal Incision for Total Hip Arthroplasty

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen ByVictor H Hernandez, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Miami

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The study team is conducting this study to see if there is a difference between the wound healing and participant satisfaction rates between two incision types used during a THA done via the DAA technique.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) using the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA). Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants would be adults in need of hip replacement who meet surgical requirements.

Inclusion Criteria

I am scheduled for a first-time hip replacement surgery.

I am having a hip replacement on one side.

My BMI is 30 or higher.

Exclusion Criteria

I cannot or do not want to have spinal anesthesia.

I am allergic or cannot take certain drugs used in the University of Miami's hip replacement protocol.

I have had open surgery on my hip before.

I am an adult capable of giving consent, not pregnant, and not incarcerated.

Participant Groups

The study compares wound healing and patient satisfaction between two types of incisions: a bikini incision and a longitudinal incision, both performed during THA via DAA. The goal is to determine if one results in better outcomes.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Longitudinal Incision GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants in this group will receive the longitudinal incision during THA. Total participation is up to 90 days.

Group II: Bikini Incision GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants in this group will receive the bikini incision during THA. Total participation is up to 90 days.