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TMJ Internal DerangementNCT06713356

US Vs MRI in Diagnosis of TMJ Internal Derangement

An observational study of TMJ Internal Derangement, run by Assiut University.

Not yet recruiting

Opening soon. The study is approved but enrolment has not started yet. Sites may already take enquiries.

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Trial summary

Compare the accuracy of ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of temporomandibular joint internal derangements. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Any age
Conditions the study is for
TMJ Internal Derangement
How many people
39 participants
Where
No sites listed yet
Study dates
Dec 2024to Jan 2026
Phase
Observational
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

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 Any age
  • All sexes
  • Child, Adult, Older adult

Study population: Patients showing signs of TMJ internal derangements

Who may be able to join

  • Patients showing signs of TMJ internal derangements

Who cannot join

  • contraindications for MRI such as claustrophobia, heart pacemaker and metallic foreign body carriers.
  • patients in which the misaligned images or distortions due to motion artifacts made the interpretation of the MRI unreliable.
  • Previously operated TMJ.

Trial locations and contacts

No sites are listed yet. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Norhan A. Kamal El-Din contact

01152982068

norhan02468@gmail.com

About this study

Official title: Ultrasonographic Assessment in Comparison to MRI in Diagnosis of TMJ Internal Derangement

Compare the accuracy of ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of temporomandibular joint internal derangements.

Read the detailed description

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), often leading to pain and dysfunction. The most common cause of TMJ problems is internal derangements.

The term "internal derangements" refers to conditions with the articular disc displaced from its original position on the mandibular condyle.

Disc displacement may occur anteriorly, anterolaterally, laterally, anteromedially, medially, or posteriorly, but the latter is very rare.

Anterior disc displacement (ADD) is the most common ID condition and is usually divided into two categories: with reduction and without reduction. Each category has special features during closed and opened mouth positions. Therefore, the examination should include both positions.

Clinical examination alone isn't enough to diagnose TMJ problems, therefore additional imaging tests are often needed.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the gold standard modality, however because of its limited availability, long scan time, and high cost, it is difficult to use MRI as a screening technique.

Ultrasound (US) has been recommended as an alternate diagnostic imaging modality for TMJ problems as it is less costly, non-invasive and capable of providing real-time imaging, presents an alternative diagnostic tool. Thus, the articular disc may be seen as the patient is opening and closing their mouth

Keywords
MRI, US, TMJ, internal derangement

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Comparison between US and MRI in diagnosis of TMJ disc displacement.

    Compare the accuracy of assessment of disc positioning by ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging in patients with TMJ disorders

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    Measured: Baseline

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted3 Dec 2024
  2. Study startDec 2024 (estimated)
  3. Primary completionDec 2025 (estimated)
  4. Study completionJan 2026 (estimated)

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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
Other
Time perspective
Cross-sectional
Enrolment
39 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06713356
Sponsor's protocol ID
TMJ internal derangement
Status last verified
Nov 2024
First submitted
25 Nov 2024
Last updated
3 Dec 2024
Results posted
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Undecided

Publications

  • Emshoff R, Kriwanek S, Koller M, et al. Diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound in the assessment of the temporomandibular joint: a comparison with MRI. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics. 2022; 96(6):750-756.

  • Salamah T, Harefa GN. Diagnostic value and clinical significance of high-resolution ultrasonography compared to magnetic resonance imaging in diagnosing temporomandibular joint dislocation: a systematic review. Medical Journal of Indonesia. 2024 Mar; 33(1): 29-34.

  • Refaat MM, Yousef MI, Torky AA, Sarow ML. Ultrasonography compared to magnetic resonance imaging for the diagnosis of the temporomandibular joint disc displacement: Benha Journal of Applied Sciences. 2021 Nov; 6(6): 133-43.

  • Li C, Zhou J, Shi Y, Ye Z, Zhang C, Hou R, Li Z, You M. Diagnostic efficacy of quantitative ultrasonography for anterior disc displacement of the temporomandibular joint. Quant Imaging Med Surg. 2023 Oct 1;13(10):6446-6455. doi: 10.21037/qims-23-401. Epub 2023 Aug 3.

    PubMed 37869327
  • Minervini G, Nucci L, Lanza A, Femiano F, Contaldo M, Grassia V. Temporomandibular disc displacement with reduction treated with anterior repositioning splint: a 2-year clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) follow-up. J Biol Regul Homeost Agents. 2020 Jan-Feb;34(1 Suppl. 1):151-160. DENTAL SUPPLEMENT.

    PubMed 32064850
  • Talmaceanu D, Lenghel LM, Bolog N, Buduru S, Leucuta D, Rotar H. High-resolution ultrasound imaging compared to magnetic resonance imaging for temporomandibular joint disorders: An in vivo study. Eur J Radiol. 2020 Nov;132:109291. doi: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2020.109291. Epub 2020 Sep 17.

    PubMed 32980724
  • Moturi K. Internal derangements of temporomandibular joint. Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: Principles and Current Practice. 2021;: 189-207.

  • Palmer J, Durham J. Temporomandibular disorders. BJA Educ. 2021 Feb;21(2):44-50. doi: 10.1016/j.bjae.2020.11.001. Epub 2020 Dec 24. No abstract available.

    PubMed 33889429

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of TMJ Internal Derangement, run by Assiut University.

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: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Dec 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

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?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Norhan A. Kamal El-Din (01152982068, norhan02468@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Comparison between US and MRI in diagnosis of TMJ disc displacement. (time frame: Baseline). 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 NCT06713356, which also lists 8 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Dec 2024.

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