Abscess

MONDO:0005227

An inflammatory process characterized by the accumulation of pus within a newly formed tissue cavity which is the result of a bacterial, fungal, or parasitic infection or the presence of a foreign body.

Also known as: abscess (disease)

33 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 9 tagged with Abscess itself.

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Sub-types of Abscess

Including sub-types (33) Tagged with Abscess (9)

Trials to join now! 3 Not yet recruiting 3 Completed 1 Terminated 2

Could a blue dye and laser zap abscess bacteria?

Disease control Completed

This early study tested whether a dye called methylene blue, activated by a laser, can safely sterilize deep abscess cavities during standard drainage. Twenty-one adults with abscesses requiring drainage received the treatment. The main goal was to check for safety issues like ti…

Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC

Abscess

Where it sits in the disease tree

Could a blue dye and laser zap abscess bacteria?