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Prevention study for Inguinal Hernia
Official title Prevention of Surgical Site Infection in Open Paediatric Groin Surgeries Using Intravenous Prophylactic Antibiotics and Antimicrobial-coated Sutures
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07346742
What this study is testing
What is Intravenous Cefuroxime?
Intravenous Cefuroxime is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for inguinal hernia.
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
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the use of prophylactic antibiotics and antimicrobial-coated sutures can prevent surgical site infection in children undergoing open groin surgeries. The main question it aims to answer is: Does the use of intravenous prophylactic antibiotics or antimicrobial-coated sutures significantly reduce the occurrence of surgical site infection in children undergoing open groin surgeries?
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages up to 15
You may be able to join if
- All patients with clinical conditions requiring daycase open groin surgery
You likely can't join if
- Re-operations
- Immunocompromised patients
- Malnourished patients
- Complicated groin pathologies e,g obstructed inguinal hernia
- History of antibiotic usage in the last seven days
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
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, up to 15 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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