Clinical trials
Surgical Wound Infection clinical trials
Below are recruiting surgical wound infection clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 64 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05389410Recruiting
PICO dressings compared during repeat hip or knee surgery
This study compares two types of wound dressings (PICO 7 vs PICO 14) in people having a repeat (revision) hip or knee operation. It aims to see which dressing works better to help the surgical wound heal after surgery.
Oswestry, ShropshireAges 18 years+ - NCT06220058Recruiting
Preventing hernias after emergency colorectal surgery
This study compares two ways of closing the belly after emergency colorectal surgery to see which one better prevents hernias. If you need this type of surgery, you may be able to join.
Girona, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04678154RecruitingPhase 3
Antibiotic trial for severe open fractures of the leg or foot
This trial tests a new way of giving antibiotics to people with severe open fractures in the leg, ankle, or foot. The goal is to see if it helps prevent infections after surgery.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT07318298Recruiting
Hyaluronic acid injection for wisdom tooth socket healing
This trial tests if injecting hyaluronic acid into the sockets after wisdom tooth removal helps bone heal faster. It may be an option if you need both lower wisdom teeth removed and are generally healthy.
IrbidAges 18–35 - NCT05447559RecruitingPhase 4
Testing how long to give antibiotics after heart surgery
This study looks at how long patients should receive an antibiotic after certain types of heart surgery, to help prevent infections. It may help find the best “duration” of antibiotic prophylaxis after surgery through the breastbone (median sternotomy).
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06164444Recruiting
Reusable vs disposable drapes and gowns for surgery
This trial compares reusable and single-use surgical drapes and gowns to see which is better for the environment. It includes people having certain types of surgery with at least one incision larger than 5 cm (or 3 cm for children under 16).
GuadalajaraAges 10 years+ - NCT07483411Recruiting
Skin glue with stitches vs stitches alone for c-section closure
This trial compares using skin glue plus stitches versus stitches alone to close the skin after a planned c-section. It aims to see if adding glue leads to better healing.
JerusalemAges 18 years+ - NCT07048899Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Irrisept for emergency surgery patients
This trial tests if using Irrisept (a special wound-cleaning solution) during emergency surgery can help prevent infections. It includes adults who need an open surgery for an urgent stomach or bowel problem.
Tyler, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06667752Recruiting
Antibacterial wound dressing for diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests a new antibacterial wound dressing to see if it helps heal diabetic foot ulcers safely. It may be an option if your ulcer has been there for over 4 weeks and is not severely infected.
Tallinn, HarjuAges 18 years+ - NCT06017817Recruiting
Light therapy for implant gum disease
This study tests a special light-activated treatment (antibacterial photodynamic therapy) to fight infection around dental implants. It may be an option for people with moderate to severe implant-related gum disease who are not smokers and do not have diabetes.
StockholmAges 18–85 - NCT07173621Enrolling by invitation
Comparing a wound-healing gel to standard care after thyroid or parathyroid surgery
This study compares a special wound-healing gel (called AMNIOEFFECT) with standard care after thyroid or parathyroid surgery. The goal is to see if the gel helps your incision heal better.
Sarasota, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06284174Recruiting
Comparing two antiseptics for spinal surgery wound soaking
This trial compares two common antiseptics (povidone-iodine and chlorhexidine gluconate) to see which better reduces germs in spinal surgery wounds during the operation. If you are having lumbar spine surgery, this study may help determine the best way to prevent infections.
Tainan, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT02395497RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Penile transplant trial using immune-suppressing medicines
This study tests whether a donated penis can be successfully transplanted using medicines that calm the immune system to prevent rejection. It also looks at safety and recovery of function in men with severe penile loss from injury, cancer surgery, or birth conditions.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–69 - NCT07747896Recruiting
Coordinated primary care team for hard-to-heal wounds
This trial tests whether a team of different healthcare professionals working together in your primary care clinic can help heal stubborn wounds (ulcers) that have not healed with standard care. If you join, you may get more coordinated care and support to help your wound heal.
HillerødAges 18 years+ - NCT06857435Recruiting
Fat graft for scar release: a new approach
This trial tests if using your own fat cells during scar surgery helps heal better. If you need surgery to release a tight scar, you may be able to receive a fat graft from your own body.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06857448Recruiting
Fat grafting for recent wounds and burns
This trial tests whether using your own fat cells can help heal wounds or burns that need surgery. It is for adults who have had a fasciotomy, full-thickness skin loss, or burns, and are willing to receive a fat graft.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for surgical wound infection?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 64 recruiting surgical wound 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 surgical wound 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 surgical wound 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.