Do antibiotic-coated nails prevent infections in broken legs? a new study looks back at 15 years of data.
NCT ID NCT04576052
First seen May 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looked back at medical records of 397 patients who had surgery for a broken shinbone (tibia) using either an antibiotic-coated or a standard uncoated titanium nail. The goal was to see if the coated nail reduced infections and improved bone healing. Researchers also checked patient satisfaction and took X-rays in some cases. The study is complete and helps doctors understand which nail type works better.
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Universtiy Hospital Muenster
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, 48149, Germany
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