Toothbrush vs. sponge: which mouth care stops deadly ICU lung infections?
NCT ID NCT07283380
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tests whether using a pediatric toothbrush or a sponge stick for mouth care reduces harmful bacteria and prevents ventilator-associated pneumonia in 72 ICU patients on breathing machines. Both groups use the same antiseptic solution. The goal is to find which method better protects patients from serious lung infections.
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Locations
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Zonguldak Ataturk State Hospital
Zonguldak, 67000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital, Ministry of Health, Türkiye
Zonguldak, 67000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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