Blood test showdown: which detects Post-Surgery infections faster?
NCT ID NCT01510314
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 552 adults who had planned colorectal surgery to see if a blood test called procalcitonin (PCT) could detect infections earlier than the standard C-reactive protein (CRP) test. The goal was to find infections by day 2 after surgery instead of waiting 5-7 days for symptoms. Researchers measured both markers before and after surgery and tracked complications. The results could help doctors treat infections sooner, reducing hospital stays and complications.
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Locations
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CGFL
Dijon, 21079, France
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CHU Besançon
Besançon, 25030, France
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CHU Dijon
Dijon, 21079, France