Scientists investigate why oral cancer surgery patients get infections
NCT ID NCT06681935
First seen May 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looks at why some people get infections after surgery for oral cancer. Researchers will track 40 patients undergoing standard reconstructive surgery to see where infection-causing bacteria come from and how well antibiotics work. The goal is to find better ways to prevent these infections in the future.
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Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin
RECRUITINGMilwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors better prevent infections after oral cancer surgery by understanding where bacteria come from and how antibiotics work.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 40 participants, so findings may not apply to all patients. It does not test a new treatment, so direct benefits are limited.
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