NCT07151053

Duruöz Hand Index in Obstetric Brachial Plexus Palsy

Validity and Reliability of the Duruöz Hand Index in Obstetric Brachial Plexus Palsy

• Status: Completed
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 21 (actual)
• Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 6 Years – 18 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

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

Timeline

• Start date: 2020-03-05
• Primary completion: 2022-04-01
• Completion: 2022-07-15
• First posted: 2025-09-02
• Last updated: 2025-09-02

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)