Infection-Fighting stitches tested for C-Sections, but trial stopped early

NCT ID NCT03386240

Terminated Prevention Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This 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 whether these special stitches help prevent infections after C-sections.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Triclosan-coated sutures (Vicryl-plus, Monocryl-plus, PDS-plus)
What this could lead to: If it had worked, this could have pointed toward a simple way to prevent wound infections after cesarean delivery.
What could go wrong: The trial was terminated early, so we don't have clear evidence that these sutures work for cesarean infections. The results are inconclusive.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Infections puerperal infection Surgical Wound Infection

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CESAREAN SECTION COMPLICATIONS CESAREAN SECTION; INFECTION SURGICAL SITE INFECTION SURGICAL WOUND INFECTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston

Galveston, Texas, 77550, United States

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