Sweet solution? xylitol wipes aim to stop deadly infections in transplant kids

NCT ID NCT05579639

First seen Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tests whether a simple xylitol wipe applied inside the mouth twice a day can reduce dangerous bloodstream infections in children receiving stem cell transplants. These infections often start from mouth bacteria and can be life-threatening. The trial involves 419 children across three hospitals, comparing the xylitol wipe to a placebo.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Children's Hospital Colorado

    RECRUITING

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States

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  • Dana-Farber/Boston Children's

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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