Baking soda in catheters may cut infections in kids with gut failure
NCT ID NCT05813535
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This small study tested whether filling central catheters with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) when not in use could prevent infections in children with intestinal failure. Six children participated, and the study looked at how many catheter-related bloodstream infections occurred. The approach is simple and inexpensive, but the tiny size means results are very preliminary.
What this could mean
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Active substance
sodium bicarbonate
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce dangerous catheter infections in children with intestinal failure.
What could go wrong
This is a very small completed Phase 2 trial with only 6 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The approach may not prove effective in larger studies.
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States