Gene hunt aims to prevent infections after hip and knee surgery
NCT ID NCT05159739
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is looking for genes that might make some people more likely to get an infection after hip or knee replacement surgery. Researchers will collect blood or saliva samples from 150 people in families with a history of such infections, plus unaffected relatives. The goal is to find genetic clues that could one day help doctors personalize care to lower infection risk.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to personalized care plans to reduce infection risk after joint replacement surgery.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for genetic links and may not find clear or actionable results.
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University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States