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New treatment option for Hand Washing
Official title Optimization of Surgical Hand Preparation Using Sorbectol
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06688890
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Previous studies evaluated the efficacy of the hydroalcoholic solution of 3% digluconate of chlorhexidine, 0.3% potassium sorbate and 70% ethanol, "Sorbectol" (Spanish patent ES 2 784 275 B2) in the surgical hand preparation with positive results. This clinical trial is focused on optimising the effectiveness of Sorbectol in the surgical hand preparation by scaling the application times of the product from 1 to 5 minutes following the test procedure and the effectiveness criteria of the European norm EN-12791.
- 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 to 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Participants with healthy skin in both hands and short fingernails.
- No use of antibacterial agents for at least three days before the intervention.
- Not received antibiotic treatment for at least ten days before the intervention.
You likely can't join if
- Known systemic pathologies.
- Wearing hand jewelry on the hands.
- Allergy to any ingredient of which the solutions used in the clinical trial are composed.
- Cognitive and / or motor limitation that makes it impossible to carry out instructions for hand washing.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Madrid, Spain
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 to 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Madrid, Spain. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.