Last-resort virus therapy takes on untreatable hip infection
NCT ID NCT07461337
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether specially designed viruses (bacteriophages) can eliminate a persistent bacterial infection in a hip replacement joint. One adult who has failed all standard surgeries and antibiotics will receive the viruses directly into the joint and through an IV for two weeks. The goal is to clear the infection and avoid further complications.
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