Clinical trials
Site Infection clinical trials
Below are recruiting site infection clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 71 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07008040Enrolling by invitation
Silver dressing to prevent infection after heart surgery
This trial tests whether a special silver dressing placed on the surgical wound after heart surgery can prevent infections. If you are scheduled for heart surgery through a breastbone cut, you may be eligible to join.
JeddahAges 18 years+ - NCT06957236Enrolling by invitation
NICE Procedure for Benign Colon Disease
This trial tests a new minimally invasive surgery called the NICE procedure for treating benign left-sided colon diseases like diverticulitis or benign polyps. It aims to see if this approach leads to fewer infections and better recovery compared to standard surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06439953Recruiting
Irrigation solution for spinal surgery instrumentation
This trial tests a solution used to clean the surgical site during spine surgeries to see if it helps prevent infections. It is for patients having certain types of spine surgery for conditions like deformity, cancer, or trauma.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05586776RecruitingPhase 4
Using skin cleaning to prevent post-surgery wound infections
This trial tests a “skin decolonization” routine using medicated skin cleaning to help lower the risk of surgical site infections after abdominal surgery. You may be eligible if you recently had an open abdominal incision and your wound is healing as expected at discharge.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06302335RecruitingPhase 3
Iodine rinse vs salt water rinse in planned colon surgery
This study compares using povidone-iodine (an iodine-based cleaner) versus saline (salt water) to rinse the surgical area during planned colon or rectal surgery. The goal is to see which helps prevent infections at the surgery site after the operation.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18 years+ - NCT06363877RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a germ-killing rinse during abdominal surgery
This trial is testing whether a diluted povidone-iodine (a common germ-killer) rinse inside the belly during surgery can prevent infections better than a plain saltwater rinse. It is for adults having abdominal surgery for certain types of wounds.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT07125196Recruiting
Infection after surgery and depression risk
This study looks at whether people who get an infection after orthopedic surgery are more likely to become depressed. If you had a surgical site infection after a limb or spine surgery, the researchers will check in on your mood over time.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06765655Enrolling by invitation
Blood sugar monitoring during surgery to prevent infections
This trial checks if monitoring and treating blood sugar levels during long surgeries can lower the risk of infections and other problems afterward. It is for adults having any surgery expected to last 2 hours or more.
Albany, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06378359Recruiting
Preventing staph infections with pre-surgery decolonization
This trial tests if a simple at-home treatment (using a nasal ointment and special body wash) before surgery can prevent staph infections at the surgical site. It's for adults having outpatient surgery in several specialties, like orthopedics or general surgery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT04256798RecruitingPhase 3
Respiratory care after high-risk abdominal surgery
This trial looks at a breathing-focused care plan given around the time of major abdominal surgery to improve recovery and outcomes. You may be eligible if you’re having a large midline abdominal incision and can be followed after surgery.
Botucatu, São PauloAges 10–100 - NCT04725916Recruiting
Study of water exposure and drain-related risks after certain surgeries
This trial looks at how using water (like showers) affects risks related to surgical drains after specific cosmetic or reconstructive procedures. Your results may help improve post-surgery safety guidance for patients who go home with drains.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07275307Recruiting
Test of a wound gel to prevent infections after heart surgery
This study tests whether a special gel applied to the chest incision during heart surgery can lower the chance of wound infections. The gel may help keep the incision site clean and help it heal better.
San Donato Milanese, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06638567Recruiting
Comparing insulin methods after surgery for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests two ways to give insulin after gastrointestinal or vascular surgery to see which one leads to fewer wound infections. It may help if you have type 2 diabetes and are having one of these surgeries.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT07130656Recruiting
AI for detecting deep infections after planned colorectal surgery
This trial is testing an AI system to help catch deep infections after planned colorectal surgery. If you had a planned operation on your colon or rectum without a stoma or an active infection at that time, you may be eligible.
Granollers, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07311395Recruiting
Gentamicin injection to prevent infection after planned C-section
This study tests whether a local injection of gentamicin, an antibiotic, into the incision area can help prevent infections after a planned C-section. It may offer extra protection beyond standard antibiotics.
NahariyaAges 18 years+ - NCT07423702Recruiting
Digital game to teach infection prevention to nursing students
This trial tests whether a digital game helps nursing students learn how to prevent surgical site infections better than traditional teaching. You would play an educational game and take tests to see if your knowledge improves.
VanAges 18 years+ - NCT07378683Recruiting
Predicting infection risk after brain or spinal tumor surgery
This study is building a tool to predict the risk of surgical site infection after brain or spinal tumor surgery. It may help you understand your personal infection risk before your procedure.
Beijing, PUMCAges Any age - NCT06515886Recruiting
Inflammation around dental implants: infection or allergy?
This study looks at why some dental implants get inflamed. It checks if the cause is a bacterial infection, an allergic reaction, or both. If you have a working dental implant that hasn't been treated for inflammation in the last three months, you might be able to join.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07501897Recruiting
Cold plasma for healing cannula wounds in ECLS patients
This trial tests whether cold atmospheric plasma—a gentle, gas-based treatment—can help heal wounds where tubes enter the body for life support. It might offer a new way to care for these delicate spots.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06626399Recruiting
ChatGPT-4 for detecting surgical site infections after colorectal surgery
This trial tests whether ChatGPT-4 can help detect surgical site infections after colorectal surgery by looking at your electronic health records. It aims to improve infection monitoring without extra tests or visits.
Granollers, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06586749Recruiting
Nurse-led education and phone support to reduce infections after heart bypass
This study tests whether a special nurse-led program of phone calls and education can help reduce infections after heart bypass surgery. You may be eligible if you are at higher risk for infection and have a smartphone.
Heraklion, CreteAges 18 years+ - NCT05502380RecruitingPhase 3
Antibiotic prevention study for high-risk bone and spine surgeries
This Phase 3 study tests whether giving a broad set of preventive antibiotics before certain high-risk orthopedic surgeries lowers the chance of serious wound or bone infection. It mainly targets people who have contaminated wounds, tumor-related surgery, or known high-risk germs on the skin.
ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT07395518Enrolling by invitation
Drain placement in c-section for women with thick belly fat
This trial tests if placing a small drain under the skin during a cesarean section reduces surgical site infections in women with a belly fat thickness of 4 cm or more. It may help prevent infections and improve recovery.
Chon Buri, Changwat Chon BuriAges 18 years+ - NCT07346742Recruiting
Preventing infection in children's groin surgery
This study tests whether giving antibiotics through a vein and using special stitches that fight germs can help prevent infections after open groin surgery in children. It may be helpful for children having routine groin surgery as a day procedure.
Ile-Ife, Osun StateAges Up to 15 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for site infection?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 71 recruiting site infection studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a site infection trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a site infection trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.