Antibiotic powder may shield open fractures from infection

NCT ID NCT04872400

First seen Mar 07, 2026 · Last updated May 26, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tested whether putting antibiotic powder directly into open fracture wounds can help prevent infections. It included 20 adults with severe leg or arm breaks. The goal was to see if this approach reduces surgical site infections and improves healing.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Denver Health and Hospital Authority

    Denver, Colorado, 80204, United States

  • University of Colorado Anschutz

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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