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Quality of Life in Patients Having a Prosthetic Joint Infection

This study is investigating how having an infection in an artificial joint affects a person's quality of life. These types of infections, though rare, can be very serious and make daily life difficult. They can lead to longer hospital stays and sometimes permanent problems. Currently, not much is known about how these infections specifically impact a person's well-being and daily activities. This study aims to fill that gap by using special questionnaires to understand the experiences of patients. The information gathered will help doctors and healthcare providers better understand the challenges patients face and potentially improve the support and treatment they receive.

At a glance

Status

Recruiting

Sponsor

Hospices Civils de Lyon

Enrolment target

250

Start

17 Oct 2017

Estimated completion

01 Oct 2028

Quality of Life Prosthetic Joint Infection

What is this study about?

Imagine you have an artificial joint, like a new hip or knee, and it gets an infection. While rare, these infections can be very serious and make everyday life much harder. They might mean longer stays in the hospital, and sometimes, they can even lead to lasting problems that affect how you move or what you can do.

Doctors and researchers know that these infections can have a big impact, but they don't have a lot of detailed information about how they truly affect a person's overall quality of life – things like comfort, independence, and general happiness. This study wants to change that. It aims to collect information directly from patients about how they feel and how their lives are affected when they have an infection in an artificial joint.

The main way this study will gather information is by asking patients to complete special questionnaires. These questionnaires are designed to help understand different aspects of quality of life, like how easy it is to do daily tasks, how much pain they might be feeling, and their mood. By understanding these experiences better, healthcare teams can work to improve care and support for people dealing with these challenging infections.

Key takeaways

This study helps understand life with an artificial joint infection.
It uses simple questionnaires to gather information.
No new treatments or tests are involved.
Your input could improve future patient care.
Participation is voluntary and straightforward.

Who may be eligible?

To take part in this study, you need to be at least 18 years old and have an infection in an artificial joint. You also mustn't have said no to being part of the study; it's always your choice.

There are some reasons why you wouldn't be able to join. For example, if you're already getting extra support for your mental health from outside the hospital, or if a court has appointed someone to help manage your affairs. You also can't take part if you're already in another study focused on quality of life, or if you have memory or understanding problems that would make it hard to fill out the questionnaires.

Finally, if you're not receiving your follow-up care for your infection at the CROIX ROUSSE hospital, or if you needed an amputation as your first surgery for the infection, you wouldn't be able to join this particular study.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you 18 years old or older?
Do you have an infection in an artificial joint?
Are you able to understand and answer questionnaires?
Are you receiving your infection care at CROIX ROUSSE hospital?
Are you not currently part of another quality of life study?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part in this study, you will be asked to complete two specific questionnaires. One is called the EQ-5D-3L and the other is the EVA scale. These are standard questionnaires designed to understand your quality of life. You'll be asked to complete these during your medical appointments at the Infectious and Tropical Diseases department. The study focuses purely on collecting information through these questionnaires and does not involve any new medications, additional assessments, or extra visits beyond your regular care. The duration of your participation would be for the period of your medical care where these questionnaires are given.

Potential risks and benefits

A potential benefit of taking part is that your experiences will help doctors better understand the impact of artificial joint infections on patients' lives, potentially leading to improved care for others in the future. There are no direct medical benefits to you personally from taking part. The main risk is simply the time it takes to complete the questionnaires. You are free to withdraw from the study at any time without giving a reason, and this will not affect your medical care.

Locations (1)

Centre de reference des infections ostéo-articulaires de Lyon
Verified postcode
Lyon, France· Recruiting

Common questions

What is an 'artificial joint infection'?

It's when a new joint, like a hip or knee replacement, gets an infection, which can cause pain and other problems.

What does 'quality of life' mean in this study?

It refers to how your infection affects your daily activities, comfort, independence, and overall well-being.

Will I have to take new medicines or have extra tests?

No, this study only involves filling out questionnaires during your regular hospital visits.

How long will I be in the study?

You will participate by completing questionnaires during your medical care at the hospital.

Will my personal details be kept private?

Yes, any information collected will be handled carefully to protect your privacy.

How to find out more

Tristan FERRY, MD, PhD

tristan.ferry@chu-lyon.fr 04 72 07 11 07 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.