Shorter antibiotic course after spine infection surgery
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving a shorter course of antibiotics after surgery for a bacterial spine infection is as safe and effective as the usual longer course. It may help some people avoid side effects and reduce total antibiotic exposure—while still keeping the infection controlled.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had spine surgery for an infection, including cleaning out (debridement) during the operation
- Your infection was caused by bacteria (not fungi or tuberculosis-type germs)
- You can commit to at least 12 months of follow-up after your hospital stay
- At most 3 debridement procedures were done during surgery
- You must have had at least one intraoperative debridement of the infected area
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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