Oral vs IV antibiotics for jaw bone infection
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares oral (by mouth) antibiotics versus IV (through a vein) antibiotics to treat osteomyelitis, an infection of the jaw bone. It may help some people avoid IV treatment while still controlling the infection after surgery.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years or older
- Have a jaw bone infection diagnosis (with or without retained jaw hardware, depending on treatment)
- Have clear infection signs such as localized pain or redness, fever over 38°C, or a draining sinus/wound
- Have had surgery for the infection, and receive 7 days or less of IV antibiotics after that surgery
- Be able to give informed consent and expect to live more than 1 year
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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