New scrub device aims to cut catheter infections in hospitals

NCT ID NCT06604026

First seen Feb 22, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tested a new cleaning device called BD PosiFlush SafeScrub on 222 hospital patients with catheters. The goal was to see if it safely helps clean the needleless connector better than the usual alcohol pad method. Researchers checked for device-related side effects and how often people properly scrubbed the connector before use.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medical University Vienna

    Vienna, Austria

  • Ordensklinikum Linz Elisabethinen

    Linz, Upper Austria, 4020, Austria

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