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Compares treatment options for Surgical Site Infection
Official title Povidone-iodine vs Saline Solution in Colorectal Surgeries and Its Effects on the Surgical Site Infection
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06302335
What this study is testing
What is Povidone-iodine?
Povidone-iodine is an investigational medicine, given as an injection under the skin, being studied as a potential treatment for surgical site infection.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- Considering the relatively high incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) in colorectal surgery, this trial will compare rates of SSI in patients undergoing colorectal resections followed by surgical wound irrigation with povidone-iodine versus the group of patients undergoing surgical wound irrigation with saline solution. The trial will be conducted in a large university hospital in Southern Brazil.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Patients older than 18 years of age diagnosed with benign or malignant colorectal diseases undergoing elective open or video-assisted colectomy or...
You likely can't join if
- age under 18;
- surgery classified as dirty;
- urgent/emergency surgery;
- patients undergoing multi-visceral resections (pelvic exenteration or partial resection of any adjacent organ);
- known allergy to iodine.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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