Can a simple vacuum dressing prevent infections after rectal cancer surgery?
NCT ID NCT07489820
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether a special vacuum dressing (PICO 7®) placed on the surgical wound can reduce infections after rectal cancer surgery. About 100 adults who have had chemoradiotherapy followed by abdominoperineal resection will be enrolled. The device is designed to drain fluids and bacteria from the wound. The main goal is to see if it lowers the rate of wound infections within 45 days after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PICO 7® negative pressure wound therapy system (device)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could reduce wound infections and complications after rectal cancer surgery, helping patients recover faster and start further treatment sooner.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 100 people. Previous studies have shown mixed results, so the device may not prove effective. Risks include skin irritation or device malfunction.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Chd Vendee
RECRUITINGLa Roche-sur-Yon, 85925, France
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Chu Amiens
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGAmiens, 80054, France
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Chu Angers
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGAngers, 49933, France
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Chu Rennes
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGRennes, 35033, France
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Hospital Saint Antoine (Aphp)
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGParis, France
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