Could a simple antibiotic combo stop stubborn joint infections?
NCT ID NCT07313215
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether adding rifampin to standard antibiotics can better clear staphylococcal infections in artificial joints after surgery. About 428 adults with infected joint replacements will receive either standard antibiotics or standard antibiotics plus rifampin for 3 months. Researchers will track infection clearance and complications over at least 2 years.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University
RECRUITINGFuzhou, Fujian, China
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