Puerperal infection
MONDO:0021742An infection occurring in puerperium, the period of 6-8 weeks after giving birth.
Also known as: Infection, Puerperal, Infections, Puerperal, Puerperal Infection, Puerperal Infections
8 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a simple wash cut C-Section infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether washing the wound with a low-dose chlorhexidine solution after a C-section helps prevent infections and improves healing compared to standard saline. The trial will include 400 women at higher risk for complications, such as those with obesity or diabetes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New trial tests antibiotic to cut C-Section infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a single dose of azithromycin to standard antibiotics can prevent infections in 8,000 women having scheduled C-sections. Participants receive either azithromycin or a placebo, plus usual care. The study tracks infections like wound inf…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The George Washington University Biostatistics Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC