New test may help doctors pick the right antibiotic for diabetic foot wounds

NCT ID NCT02378493

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at a new lab test called Antibiofilmogramme for people with diabetic foot infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The test checks how well different antibiotics can kill bacteria that form a protective slime layer (biofilm). Researchers wanted to see if matching the test results with the prescribed antibiotic could help clear the infection. The study involved 33 adults and did not change their usual care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau

    Nîmes, 30029, France

  • CHRU de Strasbourg - Hôpital Civil

    Strasbourg, 67091, France

  • CHU

    Nantes, France

  • CHU de Clermont-Ferrand - Hôpital Gabriel-Montpied

    Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France

  • CHU de Lyon - Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud

    Pierre-Bénite, 69310, France

  • CHU de Lyon - Hôpital de la Croix-Rousse

    Lyon, 69317, France

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