Silver patch may shield fragile newborns from deadly infections
NCT ID NCT00964093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a special silver dressing (Algidex) placed over central line insertion sites can prevent bloodstream infections in very low birth weight infants (500-1500 grams). Researchers compared infection rates, hospital stay length, and safety between babies who got the silver dressing and those who received standard care. The trial involved 100 infants in the NICU.
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Baylor University Medical Center - Women and Children's Services
Dallas, Texas, 75204, United States