Hidden toll of surgical infections: depression and malnutrition under the microscope

NCT ID NCT07125196

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tracks 300 adults who developed a surgical site infection after orthopedic surgery on their limbs or spine. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure how often depression and malnutrition occur over one year. The goal is to better understand these complications so doctors can improve patient care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors better identify and manage depression and malnutrition in patients recovering from surgical site infections.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly test any new therapy. Results may not apply to all patient groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder Malnutrition mood disorder nutritional deficiency disease Surgical Wound Infection

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION MALNUTRITION SURGICAL SITE INFECTIONS

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHU de Bordeaux
RECRUITING

Bordeaux, France

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