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Microplasty Tibial Tray Data Collection

Information source: Biomet, Inc.
Information obtained from ClinicalTrials.gov on October 19, 2009
Link to the current ClinicalTrials.gov record.

Condition(s) targeted: Joint Disease

Phase: N/A

Status: Not yet recruiting

Sponsored by: Biomet, Inc.

Overall contact:
Nick Higdon, MS, Phone: 574-371-3047, Email: nick.higdon@biomet.com

Summary

The purpose of this prospective clinical data-collection is to document the performance and clinical outcomes of the Microplasty Tibial Tray.

Clinical Details

Official title: Microplasty Tibial Tray Multi-Center Data Collection

Study design: Cohort, Prospective

Primary outcome: Knee Society Score

Secondary outcome: Radiographic Data

Detailed description: FDA has cleared this device via premarket notification 510(k) K063732. By being CE Marked, the Microplasty Tibial Tray also conforms to the essential requirements of EC Directive 93/42/EEC; in accordance to 13485: 2003. The data gathered would be collated and used to provide feedback to design engineers, support marketing efforts, and answer potential questions from reimbursement agencies, and will serve as a part of Biomet's Post Market Surveillance System.

Inclusion/exclusion criteria are identical to those indications and contraindications stated in the FDA approved labeling for the device in 510(k) K063732 Surgical techniques and patient care are to be standard for the surgeon participating in the protocol and should be maintained the same throughout the course of the data-collection. There will be no experimental or investigational devices used. There will be no experimental or investigational surgical techniques used. The devices and products will be used in accordance with their instructions for use and/or approved labeling. Any use of the device or collection of clinical data outside of the United States should comply with all local, state, and/or national and international regulations.

Function will be assessed through the Knee Society Score . Survivorship will be documented by asking the surgeon to document revisions and complications.

Eligibility

Minimum age: 18 Years. Maximum age: N/A. Gender(s): Both.

Criteria:

Inclusion Criteria:

The inclusion criteria will be identical to the indications stated in the FDA approved labeling for the device in 510(k) K063732. These indications are stated below:

- Painful and disabled knee joint resulting from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis,

traumatic arthritis where one or more compartments are involved.

- Correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity.

- Correction or revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or failure of previous

joint replacement procedure.

Patient selection factors to be considered include:

- Need to obtain pain relief and improve function

- Ability and willingness of the patient to follow instructions, including control of

weight and activity level

- A good nutritional state of the patient, and

- The patient must have reached full skeletal maturity

Non-coated (Interlock®) devices are indicated for cemented application only.

Exclusion Criteria:

The exclusion criteria will be identical to the contraindications stated in the FDA approved labeling for the device in 510(k) K063732. These contraindications are stated below:

Absolute contraindications include: infection, sepsis, and osteomyelitis.

Relative contraindications include:

- Uncooperative patient or patient with neurologic disorders who are incapable of

following directions,

- Osteoporosis,

- Metabolic disorders which may impair bone formation,

- Osteomalacia,

- Distant foci of infections which may spread to the implant site,

- Rapid joint destruction, marked bone loss or bone resorption apparent on

roentgenogram,

- Vascular insufficiency, muscular atrophy, neuromuscular disease,

- Incomplete or deficient soft tissue surrounding the knee.

Biomet Microplastyâ„¢ Tibial Trays are contraindicated for use with constrained bearings.

Locations and Contacts

Nick Higdon, MS, Phone: 574-371-3047, Email: nick.higdon@biomet.com

Additional Information

Related publications:

Insall JN, Dorr LD, Scott RD, Scott WN. Rationale of the Knee Society clinical rating system. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1989 Nov;(248):13-4.

Amstutz HC, Thomas BJ, Jinnah R, Kim W, Grogan T, Yale C. Treatment of primary osteoarthritis of the hip. A comparison of total joint and surface replacement arthroplasty. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1984 Feb;66(2):228-41.

Brooks, et al. (Eds.). (2003) The Measurement and Valuation of Health Status Using EQ-5D: A European Perspective. Netherlands: Kluwer Academic Publishers.

Starting date: July 2009
Ending date: June 2023
Last updated: July 7, 2009

Page last updated: October 19, 2009

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