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New treatment option for Catheter Associated Infection
Official title Superficial Vein Thrombosis of the Upper Limb in Bacteremia Associated With PICCline and Midline Catheters: Frequency and Clinical Consequences
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07388381
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The use of long-term peripheral venous catheters inserted in the upper limb (PICC lines and Midlines) has increased markedly over recent years. Catheter-related bacteremias and venous thromboses are the main complications associated with these catheters.
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
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Hospitalization in a department of Nice University Hospital
- Expected length of hospitalization ≥ 72 hours
- Diagnosis of catheter-related bacteremia on PICCline or Midline.
- Affiliation with a social security system
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- Legal protection measures (patients under guardianship, trusteeship, or judicial protection)
- Inability to remove the catheter
- Doppler ultrasound showing DVT in the upper limb at selection.
- Inability to perform the initial routine Doppler ultrasound
- Withdrawal of the patient's consent
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Hospitalization in a department of Nice University Hospital
- Expected length of hospitalization ≥ 72 hours
- Diagnosis of catheter-related bacteremia on PICCline or Midline.
- Affiliation with a social security system
- No objection to the study
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- Legal protection measures (patients under guardianship, trusteeship, or judicial protection)
- Inability to remove the catheter
- Doppler ultrasound showing DVT in the upper limb at selection.
- Inability to perform the initial routine Doppler ultrasound
- Withdrawal of the patient's consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nice, CHU de Nice, France
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 Nice, CHU de Nice, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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