New surgical wash aims to stop dangerous implant infections

NCT ID NCT06919770

Summary

This study tested whether washing surgical implants with a special antimicrobial solution called Taurolidine can prevent serious infections. It involved 28 patients who had trauma surgery where metal plates, screws, or joint replacements were implanted. Researchers compared infection rates in these patients to historical data to see if the wash made a difference.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Helios Cuxhaven

    Cuxhaven, Germany

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