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New treatment option for Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty (RTHA)
Official title CLinical Evaluation of ANtiseptic Skin Preparation in Revision Total Joint Arthroplasty of the Hip and Knee
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05828810
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to compare two types of skin preparation solutions (chlorhexidine gluconate-alcohol solution and povidone-iodine solution) that help eliminate harmful bacteria on the skin at the time of surgery for patients having revision arthroplasty surgery of the hip or knee. The main outcome of interest for the definitive study is the need for re-operation for a wound complication or an infection of the prosthetic joint within one year after surgery.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18 years or older
- Scheduled to undergo aseptic revision total hip arthroplasty or total knee arthroplasty with exchange of at least one prosthetic component
You likely can't join if
- Revision for prosthetic joint infection or wound complication
- Known history of previous prosthetic joint infection in the operative joint
- Any degree of clinical concern for prosthetic joint infection
- History of allergy to iodine, chlorhexidine, or alcohol
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Barrie, Ontario, Canada
- Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Barrie, Ontario, Canada; Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada; Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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