Grinding up samples: a better way to spot bone infections?
NCT ID NCT02598141
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two ways of preparing tissue samples to find bacteria in bone and joint infections. One method grinds the sample, while the other uses standard techniques. Researchers wanted to see which method is more accurate at diagnosing infections. The study involved 122 people suspected of having a bone or joint infection.
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CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau
Nîmes, 30029, France
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