Simple shield may keep shoulder surgery safer

NCT ID NCT06513182

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

Summary

This study tested whether using a wound protector during shoulder replacement surgery lowers the chance of bacterial contamination. One hundred patients were randomly assigned to receive surgery with or without the device. The goal was to see if the protector reduces deep wound bacteria and tissue damage, which could help prevent serious infections.

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Locations

  • University of Utah Orthopedics

    Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States