Hidden germ in diabetic foot sores may be more dangerous than thought

NCT ID NCT06688084

First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looks at a type of bacteria called Staphylococcus pettenkoferi, often found in foot wounds of people with diabetes. Researchers want to find out if this bacteria can cause serious infections. They will analyze the DNA of 230 bacterial samples to see how different strains behave and whether some are more harmful.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Nîmes University Hospital

    Nîmes, Gard, 30029, France

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