Heart valve study reveals hidden skin germs
NCT ID NCT04909424
First seen Mar 07, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study examined the bacteria living on the skin of 100 patients scheduled for a heart valve replacement procedure called TAVI. The goal was to identify which germs are present in the groin area, where the catheter is inserted, to help doctors choose the right antibiotics to prevent infections. The research focused on a specific type of bacteria called Enterococci and how current skin cleaning and antibiotic practices work.
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Clinique Pasteur
Toulouse, 31076, France
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