New study aims to speed up infection diagnosis in joint replacements
NCT ID NCT04858217
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study looks at whether combining blood and joint fluid tests can more accurately detect infections in people who need a second hip or knee replacement surgery. Researchers will compare these tests to standard methods in 270 patients. The goal is to find the best, most cost-effective way to diagnose infection quickly, helping doctors choose the right treatment sooner.
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IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
RECRUITINGBologna, 40134, Italy
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