Cranberry capsules tested to stop catheter infections after surgery

NCT ID NCT01114347

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether cranberry gel capsules can prevent E. coli infections from urinary catheters placed during pelvic surgery. About 270 adults took part. The idea was that cranberry might stop bacteria from sticking to the catheter, reducing infection risk.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bacteriuria nosocomial infection escherichia coli infection prevention target

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau

    Nîmes, 30029, France