Could a simple surgical rinse cut infection risk in pilonidal disease?
NCT ID NCT07321704
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two rinses used during surgery for pilonidal disease, a chronic skin condition near the tailbone. One rinse is Irrisept, an antiseptic that kills bacteria, and the other is normal saline, the standard rinse. The goal is to see if Irrisept reduces infections and wound complications after flap closure surgery. About 60 adults having this surgery will take part.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Irrisept (0.05% chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic solution)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to lower infection and wound problems after pilonidal surgery, helping people heal faster.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The antiseptic rinse might not reduce complications more than standard care.
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Surgery Group LA
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90048, United States
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