Simple drug may cut infection risk after major gut surgery
NCT ID NCT04192435
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, can lower the chance of infection after gastrointestinal surgery. Over 3,300 adults at higher risk for complications took part. The goal was to see if the drug reduces surgical site infections compared to a placebo.
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Alfred Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria, 3004, Australia
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