Could a light zap in the nose stop deadly ICU infections?

NCT ID NCT06867458

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new method to prevent serious lung and bloodstream infections in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. The treatment uses a special light and a blue dye to kill germs in the nose. Researchers enrolled 227 adults in the ICU and checked if the procedure was practical and reduced infection rates. The goal was to gather information for a larger, more definitive study.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Healthcare-Associated Pneumonia Pneumonia, Ventilator-Associated nosocomial infection prevention target

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Royal Columbian Hospital

    New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 3W7, Canada

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