Can a gel stop infections after heart surgery? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07275307

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether applying Prontosan Wound Gel X during heart surgery can reduce the chance of wound infections. About 456 adults having planned heart surgery will receive the gel, and researchers will track infection rates during their hospital stay. The goal is to see if this simple addition to surgery can improve recovery and shorten hospital stays.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Surgical Wound Infection

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • IRCCS Policlinico San Donato

    RECRUITING

    San Donato Milanese, Michigan, 20097, Italy

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