Catheter flush breakthrough? new study tests two solutions to stop blockages
NCT ID NCT05775614
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether flushing catheters with special solutions (Uro-Tainer with citric acid or polihexanide) can reduce blockages and infections compared to standard saline. About 70 adults with permanent catheters who have had blockages before will take part. The goal is to see if these flushes cut down on catheter changes, improve quality of life, and save money.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Uro-Tainer polihexanide and Uro-Tainer citric acid solutions
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, cost-effective way to prevent catheter blockages and infections, reducing the need for frequent catheter changes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The solutions might not work better than standard saline, and some people may experience irritation or discomfort.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Odense University Hospital
Odense, 5000, Denmark
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