Scientists probe gut and skin bacteria to unlock secrets of Post-Surgery infections

NCT ID NCT06300892

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study watches 300 adults who have open abdominal surgery to learn why some get surgical site infections. Researchers will collect samples from the skin and gut during surgery and track patients for 30 days. By comparing those who get infections with those who don't, they hope to find which bacteria are responsible and where they come from.

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  • University of Minnesota

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    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55414, United States

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