New cap could shield dialysis patients from dangerous infections

NCT ID NCT07019610

Summary

This study is testing if a special cap containing an antiseptic called chlorhexidine can prevent serious bloodstream infections in people who need dialysis through a central line catheter. Researchers will compare the new caps to standard caps currently used in the hospital. The main goal is to see if this simple device change can reduce infections and improve safety for patients.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital

    Herston, Queensland, 4029, Australia

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