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New treatment option for Surgical Wound Infection
Official title Multicenter Study Protocol: Research on Evaluation and Detection of Surgical Wound Complications with AI-based Recognition. (REDSCAR-trial)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06771726
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The increasing use of telemedicine in surgical care has demonstrated significant poten-tial for improving patient outcomes and optimizing healthcare resources. This study investigates the efficacy of the RedScar© app in telematic detection and monitoring of surgical site infections (SSIs), a major cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) with significant economic and health impacts.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
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
- Participants must have signed an informed consent.
- Participants must be over 18 years of age.
- Participants must have undergone either urgent or scheduled surgery performed via laparotomy or laparoscopy.
- Participants need access to a smartphone capable of downloading the app with android OS.
- Either the participant or a close family member must be able to operate the app effectively.
You likely can't join if
- Patients who lack access to a smartphone or are unable to properly use the app.
- Patients unfamiliar with mobile devices or unable to comprehend the app's functionality or questions.
- Patients who did not provide informed consent.
- Patients who are unable to comply with the follow-up requirements.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants must have signed an informed consent.
- Participants must be over 18 years of age.
- Participants must have undergone either urgent or scheduled surgery performed via laparotomy or laparoscopy.
- Participants need access to a smartphone capable of downloading the app with android OS.
- Either the participant or a close family member must be able to operate the app effectively.
- Participants must be able to attend follow-up consultations at the surgical outpatient clinic after discharge, one week post-surgery, or earlier if the app flags a potential infection.
- Patients who lack access to a smartphone or are unable to properly use the app.
- Patients unfamiliar with mobile devices or unable to comprehend the app's functionality or questions.
- Patients who did not provide informed consent.
- Patients who are unable to comply with the follow-up requirements.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Madrid, Spain
- Mahón, Spain
- Palma, 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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Madrid, Spain; Mahón, Spain; Palma, 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.