SURGICAL SITE INFECTION
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New antibiotic coating could shield heart surgery patients from dangerous infections
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether D-PLEX, an extended-release form of the antibiotic doxycycline, can prevent sternal wound infections in people at high risk after cardiac surgery. Participants receive D-PLEX along with standard intravenous antibiotics, or standard antibiotics alone. The …
Matched conditions: SURGICAL SITE INFECTION
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: PolyPid Ltd. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Infection-Fighting stitches tested for C-Sections, but trial stopped early
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested whether using stitches coated with an antibacterial agent (triclosan) could reduce infections after cesarean delivery. Over 1,100 women were planned to take part, but the trial was stopped early. Because it was terminated, we cannot draw firm conclusions about w…
Matched conditions: SURGICAL SITE INFECTION
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Shower power: simple Pre-Surgery cleanliness study halted early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether giving patients detailed instructions for showering before scheduled surgery could improve skin cleanliness when they arrive at the operating room. The goal was to reduce the risk of surgical site infections. Only 22 adults participated before the study …
Matched conditions: SURGICAL SITE INFECTION
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC