Hidden culprit? scientists investigate staphylococcus pettenkoferi in diabetic foot infections
NCT ID NCT06688084
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at a type of bacteria called Staphylococcus pettenkoferi, often found in diabetic foot ulcers. Researchers will analyze the DNA of 230 bacterial samples to see if certain strains are more harmful. The goal is to understand if this bacteria plays a role in making these wounds worse.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could reveal whether Staphylococcus pettenkoferi contributes to diabetic foot infections, potentially guiding future treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study analyzing existing bacterial samples, not testing a treatment. It may not lead directly to new therapies.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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230 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2024
- Expected to finish
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May 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
The collection of strains at the Nîmes University Hospital site from 9 European laboratories collected between 2015 and 2023 for a total of 108 months was carried out between November 2021 and August 2023.
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Not applicable for this research on a ready-constituted collection of strains of Staphylococcus pettenkoferi Exclusion Criteria: * Not applicable for this research on a ready-constituted collection of strains of Staphylococcus pettenkoferi
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nîmes University Hospital
Nîmes, Gard, 30029, France
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