Knee surgery patients: could a simple catheter tweak lower infection risk?
NCT ID NCT01016925
First seen May 20, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether placing a small pain-relief catheter a few centimeters under the skin (tunneling) reduces bacterial growth compared to standard placement. 338 adults having knee surgery with a femoral nerve catheter took part. Researchers checked the catheter tip for germs after removal and watched for signs of infection. The goal was to see if tunneling lowers the chance of catheter contamination.
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Rouen University Hospital
Rouen, 76031, France
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