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Duruöz Hand Index in Obstetric Brachial Plexus Palsy

NCT07151053 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 21

Last updated 2025-09-02

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Summary

Obstetric brachial plexus palsy (OBPP) arises from perinatal injury to the brachial plexus, resulting in varying degrees of motor and sensory impairment in the upper extremity. While existing assessment instruments primarily target unilateral limb function, they frequently overlook bimanual capabilities, which are essential for functional independence. This study aims to investigate the utility of the Duruöz Hand Index (DHI) as a reliable, valid, and practical instrument for evaluating functional limitations in individuals with OBPP. A cohort of 21 pediatric patients (aged 6-18 years) with OBPP was recruited from a tertiary university hospital in Turkey. Functional assessment included grip and pinch strength, range of motion, and upper extremity performance, measured using the Modified Mallet Classification, Brachial Plexus Outcome Measure (BPOM), Pediatric Outcomes Data Collection Instrument (PODCI), and DHI

Conditions

  • Obstetric Brachial Plexus Injury

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Tuğçe Özekli Mısırlıoğlu, Prof., PM&R · Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

Eligibility

Min Age
6 Years
Max Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2020-03-05
Primary Completion
2022-04-01
Completion
2022-07-15

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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