Hallux Valgus InterphalangeusNCT04284618
Off Axis View Radiographs Assessing Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus in Hallux Valgus Deformity
An observational study of Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus and Hallux Valgus, run by Dr.Gerhard Kaufmann at 1 site in Austria.
Trial summary
In hallux valgus deformity an additional deformity of the proximal phalangeal bone can be observed frequently as well. Due to a hyperpronation of the greater toe on standardized radiographs the deformity defining angles are likely to be underestimated. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus, Hallux Valgus
- What is being tested?
- assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographs
- How many people
- 60 participants
- Where
- 1 siteAustria
- Study dates
- 10 Nov 2018to 30 Aug 2019
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: a retrospective cohort of 60 patients is assessed
Who may be able to join
- All patients who have undergone surgery for hallux valgus deformity by open or minimally invasive percutaneous hallux valgus correction at the Orthopedic and Foot Center Innsbruck between November 2018 and May 2019.
Who cannot join
- Incomplete radiological data (preoperative and intraoperative radio-graphs)
- Pregnancy
- missing of written informed consent
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Off Axis View Radiographs Assessing Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus in Hallux Valgus Deformity: A Comparison With the Traditional Anteroposterior Standing Radiographs
In hallux valgus deformity an additional deformity of the proximal phalangeal bone can be observed frequently as well. Due to a hyperpronation of the greater toe on standardized radiographs the deformity defining angles are likely to be underestimated. Therefore the investigators developed an off axis view radiograph for determining the real deformity. This study compares the standardized and the off axis view radiographs.
Read the detailed description
Hallux valgus is a frequent deformity of the first ray of the foot with adduction and pronation of the greater toe at the first metatarsophalangeal joint and abduction of the first metatarsal at the first tarsometatarsal joint. Valgus deformity of the greater toe itself - so called "Hallux valgus interphalangeus (HVI)" - can be found regularly in hallux valgus deformities as well. Various osteotomies and soft tissue procedures to correct hallux valgus deformity have been proposed so far. While corrective osteotomies of the first metatarsal bone represent the main therapeutical option in hallux valgus correction, the need for additional phalangeal osteotomy of the greater toe (e.g., Akin osteotomy) is discussed controversial and remains a surgeon's decision to date. In this context, the decision to perform an additional Akin osteotomy depends on the radiographic measurement of the hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity.
The following radiographic angles to define HVI have been used most consistently in the literature so far: The hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA). To date, a hallux valgus interphalangeal angle of greater than 10 degrees serves as the most frequently used definition of HVI. However, the measurement of HIA is prone to error due to the irregular geometry of the distal phalanx. Therefore, the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle might describe hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity more precisely and reliably. Furthermore, a significant hyperpronation of the phalangeal bone can be observed frequently in hallux valgus deformity. This phalangeal hyperpronation results in a non-orthogonal projection of the greater toe on preoperative films, which might be the cause for underestimation of HVI on standardized weightbearing radiographs.
The aim of this study is to investigate the reliability of radiological assessment of hallux valgus interphalangeus and to evaluate, if HVI can be defined more precisely using intraoperative anteroposterior "off axis view" radiographs additionally. The investigators hypothesize that (1) HVI is underestimated on pre-operative standardized anteroposterior radiographs compared to anteroposterior off axis views; (2) the Investigators hypothesize that PDPAA shows significantly less intra- and interobserver variance and is therefore more reliable than other angles (HIA, PPAA, DPAA) for measuring HVI; and (3) the investigators hypothesize, that the detected differences between weightbearing and off axis radiographs are a function of the severity of the deformity
- Conditions
- Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus, Hallux Valgus
- Being tested
- assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographs
- Medical subject headings
- Hallux Valgus
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographsDiagnostic test
Radiographic assessment of hallux valgus interphalangeus angles is performed on preoperative standing anteroposterior and on off axis view radiographs. These radiographs are taken by equalizing the hyperpronation of the greater toe.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| assessment of radiographic angles on standardized films | On Standing standardized radiographs of the foot the most common angles for describing a hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity are measured. The measured angles are the following: The hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA). Receives: Diagnostic Test: assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographs | |
| assessment of radiographic angles on off axis view films | On off axis view radiographs of the foot the most common angles for describing a hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity are measured. The measured angles are the following: The hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA). Receives: Diagnostic Test: assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographs |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
reliability of standardized Standing radiographs for defining hallux valugs interphalangeus
Analysis of the reliability of radiological angles hallux valgus interphalangeus and evaluation, if Hallux valgus interphalangeus can be determined more precisely on off axis view radiographs. Evaluation is made with specific radiographic angles. The used angles are the following: hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA).
Measured: 12 weeks
Secondary outcomes (1)
correlation of hallux valgus interphalangeus angles with the severity of hallux valgus deformity
analysis of hallux valgus severity and ist influence on weightbearing and off axis radiographs by the use of radiographic angles. The used angles are the following: hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA).
Measured: 12 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted26 Feb 2020
- Study start10 Nov 2018
- Primary completion31 May 2019
- Study completion30 Aug 2019
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (7)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Hallux Valgus InterphalangeusStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Dr.Gerhard Kaufmann
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Medical University Innsbruck
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Dr.Gerhard Kaufmann, OFZ Innsbruck
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04284618
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 1100/2019
- Status last verified
- Feb 2020
- First submitted
- 19 Feb 2020
- Last updated
- 26 Feb 2020
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Kaufmann G, Sinz S, Giesinger JM, Braito M, Biedermann R, Dammerer D. Loss of Correction After Chevron Osteotomy for Hallux Valgus as a Function of Preoperative Deformity. Foot Ankle Int. 2019 Mar;40(3):287-296. doi: 10.1177/1071100718807699. Epub 2018 Oct 31.
PubMed 30379084Partio N, Maenpaa H, Huttunen T, Haapasalo H, Laine HJ, Mattila VM. Incidence of hallux valgus primary surgical treatment. Finnish nationwide data from 1997 to 2014. Foot Ankle Surg. 2019 Dec;25(6):761-765. doi: 10.1016/j.fas.2018.10.001. Epub 2018 Oct 17.
PubMed 31796164Deenik A, van Mameren H, de Visser E, de Waal Malefijt M, Draijer F, de Bie R. Equivalent correction in scarf and chevron osteotomy in moderate and severe hallux valgus: a randomized controlled trial. Foot Ankle Int. 2008 Dec;29(12):1209-15. doi: 10.3113/FAI.2008.1209.
PubMed 19138485Klugarova J, Hood V, Bath-Hextall F, Klugar M, Mareckova J, Kelnarova Z. Effectiveness of surgery for adults with hallux valgus deformity: a systematic review. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017 Jun;15(6):1671-1710. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2017-003422.
PubMed 28628523Thordarson DB, Rudicel SA, Ebramzadeh E, Gill LH. Outcome study of hallux valgus surgery--an AOFAS multi-center study. Foot Ankle Int. 2001 Dec;22(12):956-9. doi: 10.1177/107110070102201205.
PubMed 11783920Kaufmann G, Hofmann M, Braito M, Ulmer H, Brunner A, Dammerer D. Need for concomitant Akin osteotomy in patients undergoing Chevron osteotomy can be determined preoperatively: a retrospective comparative study of 859 cases. J Orthop Surg Res. 2019 Aug 28;14(1):277. doi: 10.1186/s13018-019-1319-2.
PubMed 31455364Kaufmann G, Hofmann M, Ulmer H, Putzer D, Hofer P, Dammerer D. Outcomes after scarf osteotomy with and without Akin osteotomy a retrospective comparative study. J Orthop Surg Res. 2019 Jun 26;14(1):193. doi: 10.1186/s13018-019-1241-7.
PubMed 31242910
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 26 Feb 2020. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Off Axis View Radiographs Assessing Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus in Hallux Valgus Deformity: A Comparison With the Traditional Anteroposterior Standing Radiographs
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04284618
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 1100/2019
- Conditions
- Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus, Hallux Valgus
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Dr.Gerhard KaufmannUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Medical University Innsbruck
- Study start
- 10 Nov 2018 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 May 2019 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Aug 2019 (actual)
- First posted
- 26 Feb 2020 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
In hallux valgus deformity an additional deformity of the proximal phalangeal bone can be observed frequently as well. Due to a hyperpronation of the greater toe on standardized radiographs the deformity defining angles are likely to be underestimated. Therefore the investigators developed an off axis view radiograph for determining the real deformity. This study compares the standardized and the off axis view radiographs.
Detailed description
Hallux valgus is a frequent deformity of the first ray of the foot with adduction and pronation of the greater toe at the first metatarsophalangeal joint and abduction of the first metatarsal at the first tarsometatarsal joint. Valgus deformity of the greater toe itself - so called "Hallux valgus interphalangeus (HVI)" - can be found regularly in hallux valgus deformities as well. Various osteotomies and soft tissue procedures to correct hallux valgus deformity have been proposed so far. While corrective osteotomies of the first metatarsal bone represent the main therapeutical option in hallux valgus correction, the need for additional phalangeal osteotomy of the greater toe (e.g., Akin osteotomy) is discussed controversial and remains a surgeon's decision to date. In this context, the decision to perform an additional Akin osteotomy depends on the radiographic measurement of the hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity.
The following radiographic angles to define HVI have been used most consistently in the literature so far: The hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA). To date, a hallux valgus interphalangeal angle of greater than 10 degrees serves as the most frequently used definition of HVI. However, the measurement of HIA is prone to error due to the irregular geometry of the distal phalanx. Therefore, the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle might describe hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity more precisely and reliably. Furthermore, a significant hyperpronation of the phalangeal bone can be observed frequently in hallux valgus deformity. This phalangeal hyperpronation results in a non-orthogonal projection of the greater toe on preoperative films, which might be the cause for underestimation of HVI on standardized weightbearing radiographs.
The aim of this study is to investigate the reliability of radiological assessment of hallux valgus interphalangeus and to evaluate, if HVI can be defined more precisely using intraoperative anteroposterior "off axis view" radiographs additionally. The investigators hypothesize that (1) HVI is underestimated on pre-operative standardized anteroposterior radiographs compared to anteroposterior off axis views; (2) the Investigators hypothesize that PDPAA shows significantly less intra- and interobserver variance and is therefore more reliable than other angles (HIA, PPAA, DPAA) for measuring HVI; and (3) the investigators hypothesize, that the detected differences between weightbearing and off axis radiographs are a function of the severity of the deformity
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| assessment of radiographic angles on standardized films | – | Diagnostic Test: assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographsOn Standing standardized radiographs of the foot the most common angles for describing a hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity are measured. The measured angles are the following: The hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA). |
| assessment of radiographic angles on off axis view films | – | Diagnostic Test: assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographsOn off axis view radiographs of the foot the most common angles for describing a hallux valgus interphalangeus deformity are measured. The measured angles are the following: The hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA). |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- a retrospective cohort of 60 patients is assessed
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- All patients who have undergone surgery for hallux valgus deformity by open or minimally invasive percutaneous hallux valgus correction at the Orthopedic and Foot Center Innsbruck between November 2018 and May 2019.
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Incomplete radiological data (preoperative and intraoperative radio-graphs)
- Pregnancy
- missing of written informed consent
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| assessment of standardized and off axis view radiographsRadiographic assessment of hallux valgus interphalangeus angles is performed on preoperative standing anteroposterior and on off axis view radiographs. These radiographs are taken by equalizing the hyperpronation of the greater toe. | Diagnostic test | assessment of radiographic angles on off axis view films, assessment of radiographic angles on standardized films |
Primary outcome
reliability of standardized Standing radiographs for defining hallux valugs interphalangeus
Time frame: 12 weeks
Analysis of the reliability of radiological angles hallux valgus interphalangeus and evaluation, if Hallux valgus interphalangeus can be determined more precisely on off axis view radiographs. Evaluation is made with specific radiographic angles. The used angles are the following: hallux interphalangeal angle (HIA), the proximal to distal phalangeal articular angle (PDPAA), the proximal phalangeal articular angle (PPAA) or distal articular set angle (DASA), and the distal phalangeal articular angle (DPAA).
1 secondary outcome
correlation of hallux valgus interphalangeus angles with the severity of hallux valgus deformity
Time frame: 12 weeks
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 26 Feb 2020.
- Background: PubMed 30379084Kaufmann G, Sinz S, Giesinger JM, Braito M, Biedermann R, Dammerer D. Loss of Correction After Chevron Osteotomy for Hallux Valgus as a Function of Preoperative Deformity. Foot Ankle Int. 2019 Mar;40(3):287-296. doi: 10.1177/1071100718807699. Epub 2018 Oct 31.
- Background: PubMed 31796164Partio N, Maenpaa H, Huttunen T, Haapasalo H, Laine HJ, Mattila VM. Incidence of hallux valgus primary surgical treatment. Finnish nationwide data from 1997 to 2014. Foot Ankle Surg. 2019 Dec;25(6):761-765. doi: 10.1016/j.fas.2018.10.001. Epub 2018 Oct 17.
- Background: PubMed 19138485Deenik A, van Mameren H, de Visser E, de Waal Malefijt M, Draijer F, de Bie R. Equivalent correction in scarf and chevron osteotomy in moderate and severe hallux valgus: a randomized controlled trial. Foot Ankle Int. 2008 Dec;29(12):1209-15. doi: 10.3113/FAI.2008.1209.
- Background: PubMed 28628523Klugarova J, Hood V, Bath-Hextall F, Klugar M, Mareckova J, Kelnarova Z. Effectiveness of surgery for adults with hallux valgus deformity: a systematic review. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017 Jun;15(6):1671-1710. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2017-003422.
- Background: PubMed 11783920Thordarson DB, Rudicel SA, Ebramzadeh E, Gill LH. Outcome study of hallux valgus surgery--an AOFAS multi-center study. Foot Ankle Int. 2001 Dec;22(12):956-9. doi: 10.1177/107110070102201205.
- Background: PubMed 31455364Kaufmann G, Hofmann M, Braito M, Ulmer H, Brunner A, Dammerer D. Need for concomitant Akin osteotomy in patients undergoing Chevron osteotomy can be determined preoperatively: a retrospective comparative study of 859 cases. J Orthop Surg Res. 2019 Aug 28;14(1):277. doi: 10.1186/s13018-019-1319-2.
- Background: PubMed 31242910Kaufmann G, Hofmann M, Ulmer H, Putzer D, Hofer P, Dammerer D. Outcomes after scarf osteotomy with and without Akin osteotomy a retrospective comparative study. J Orthop Surg Res. 2019 Jun 26;14(1):193. doi: 10.1186/s13018-019-1241-7.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
Referral and contact
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Hallux Valgus Interphalangeus and Hallux Valgus, run by Dr.Gerhard Kaufmann at 1 site in Austria.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 26 Feb 2020. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Austria. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
reliability of standardized Standing radiographs for defining hallux valugs interphalangeus (time frame: 12 weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04284618, which also lists 7 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
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