Antibiotic side effects under the microscope in bone infection study

NCT ID NCT05927311

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This completed study followed 73 adults with bone or joint infections who needed antibiotics for at least 6 weeks. Researchers tracked how often side effects occurred, how severe they were, and whether they affected quality of life. The goal was to understand why some patients stop treatment early, which can lead to treatment failure.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: antibiotics
What this could lead to: If successful, this research could help doctors choose antibiotics with fewer side effects, improving treatment completion and quality of life for patients with bone or joint infections.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures side effects, so it won't directly lead to a new cure or therapy. Results may not apply to all infection types.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bacterial arthritis osteomyelitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BONE INFECTION JOINT INFECTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University Hospital

Tours, 37044, France

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