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Compares treatment options for Health Care Associated Infection
Official title Water Hygiene Versus Waterless Hygiene Technology for Totally Dependent Hospitalized Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06514131
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to verify whether the efficacy of perineal hygiene procedures performed in dependent patients admitted to medical or geriatric wards with pre-moistened wipes without water is higher than that found after procedures performed with disposable hand grips, soap, and water.
- 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 over 18 years of age inclusive at the time of the study;
- Patients admitted to medical or geriatric wards with scheduled or urgent hospitalization;
- Hypothesis of hospitalization of at least 48 hours
- Totally dependent patients who are bedridden and unable to independently provide for their own personal hygiene.
- Patient-oriented in time and space/cognitively cooperative.
You likely can't join if
- Patients who have performed perineal hygiene with wipes or other methods containing antiseptic solutions in the 12-24 hours preceding the execution...
- Patients who have undergone a treatment procedure in the groin and/or perineal area that required skin antisepsis (e.g. femoral blood sampling...
- Patients with known allergies to one of the components of the products used.
- Patients diagnosed with dermatological pathologies.
- Patients colonized or infected with microorganisms transmissible by contact.
- Patients in bowel cleansing preparation for diagnostic procedures e therapeutic.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients over 18 years of age inclusive at the time of the study;
- Patients admitted to medical or geriatric wards with scheduled or urgent hospitalization;
- Hypothesis of hospitalization of at least 48 hours
- Totally dependent patients who are bedridden and unable to independently provide for their own personal hygiene.
- Patient-oriented in time and space/cognitively cooperative.
- Acquisition of written informed consent.
- Patients who have performed perineal hygiene with wipes or other methods containing antiseptic solutions in the 12-24 hours preceding the execution of the swab for the bacteriological examination.
- Patients who have undergone a treatment procedure in the groin and/or perineal area that required skin antisepsis (e.g. femoral blood sampling, bladder catheter insertion, etc.).
- Patients with known allergies to one of the components of the products used.
- Patients diagnosed with dermatological pathologies.
- Patients colonized or infected with microorganisms transmissible by contact.
- Patients in bowel cleansing preparation for diagnostic procedures e therapeutic.
- Patients with diarrheal bowel.
- Patients hospitalized on Saturdays and Sundays due to the difficulty of illustrating information and acquiring informed consent since healthcare professionals are small in number.
- Patient enrolled and then transferred to another ward or discharged before 48 hours.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Legnano, Milano, Italy
- Bologna, Italy
- Milan, Italy
- Reggio Emilia, Italy
- Roma, Italy
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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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?
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 Legnano, Milano, Italy; Bologna, Italy; Milan, Italy; Reggio Emilia, Italy; Roma, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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