Shrimp-Derived nanoparticles take on tough urinary tract infections
NCT ID NCT07482553
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This lab study tests whether chitosan nanoparticles—made from shrimp shells—can break down the sticky biofilms that protect E. coli bacteria in urinary tract infections. Researchers will collect bacteria from 60 patients and treat them with chitosan alone or with the antibiotic ciprofloxacin. They'll also coat urinary catheters with chitosan to see if it prevents biofilm buildup. The goal is to find new ways to fight hard-to-treat UTIs, especially those linked to catheters.
What this could mean
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Active substance
chitosan nanoparticles
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a new way to prevent catheter-related infections and make antibiotics work better against stubborn UTIs.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early lab study, not yet tested in people. Results may not translate to real-world use, and chitosan's safety and effectiveness in patients are unknown.
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Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Microbiology and Immunity department
Asyut, Assiut Governorate, Egypt