One pill before surgery may stop infections, study finds
NCT ID NCT04580472
First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looks at whether taking one dose of an antibiotic before certain skin surgeries can lower the chance of getting an infection. About 574 adults having surgery on their nose, ear, or lower leg will be randomly given either a placebo or an antibiotic pill. They will be checked for infections up to 30 days after surgery.
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Carilion Clinic
Roanoke, Virginia, 24016, United States
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