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Comparing Bone Healing in Jaw Fractures Fixed With Herbert Screws Versus 3D Miniplates

"Comparative Assessment of Interfragmentary Bone Density in Anterior Mandibular Fracture Fixation Using Second Generation Herbert Screws Versus 3-Dimensional Miniplates: A Randomized Clinical Trial"

Status
Not yet recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT07826416
Acronym
herbert screw
Enrollment
22
Registered
2026-09-17
Start date
2026-09-01
Completion date
2027-04-01
Last updated
2026-09-17

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Conditions

Anterior Mandibular Fracture

Brief summary

the goal of this clinical trial is to compare two methods of fixing fractures in the front part of the jaw (mandible): second-generation Herbert screws and 3-dimensional miniplates. Importance: Choosing the right fixation method is crucial for proper bone healing after a jaw fracture. Participants: Patients with recent anterior mandibular fractures requiring surgery. Key Findings: The study assessed which method better maintained bone density around the fracture, indicating potential benefits for healing. Implications: Understanding the effectiveness of these methods aids healthcare providers in making informed decisions, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Interventions

•The second-generation Herbert screw has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative, offering compression across fracture lines and requiring less surgical exposure.

DEVICE3D mini plates

•Conventional fixation using 3D miniplates has been widely accepted for managing anterior mandibular fractures because of their ability to provide stable three-dimensional support

Sponsors

Cairo University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes

Inclusion criteria

* •Adult patients aged 18 years or older, irrespective of gender. * Anterior mandibular fractures indicated for open reduction and internal fixation (inter-foraminal). * Dentate/partially dentate patients.

Exclusion criteria

* •Medically compromised patients contradicting operation (ASA III, IV \& V). * Comminuted fractures. * Completely edentulous patients.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Interfragmentary Bone DensityImmediately postoperative (within one week) and after 3 months

Contacts

CONTACTDina metwally
dina.abdo@dentistry.cu.edu.eg01224433252

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Sep 18, 2026