Dialysis dressing showdown: weekly patch vs. daily cream
NCT ID NCT05143164
First seen May 13, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a special hydrocolloid dressing changed once a week can prevent infections at the catheter exit site in people on peritoneal dialysis. 60 adult patients were randomly assigned to use either the weekly dressing or a daily antibiotic cream. The goal was to see if the dressing could reduce infection rates and hospital stays.
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Singapore General Hospital
Singapore, 169856, Singapore
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