Vancomycin powder in surgery for open fractures
Treatments studied
Part of Infections, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether putting vancomycin antibiotic powder directly into the wound during surgery helps prevent infections in open fractures. If you are having surgery to fix an open fracture, this could reduce your risk of getting a bone infection.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have an open fracture (bone sticking out through skin) in your arm, leg, hand, or foot.
- You must be having surgery to fix the fracture with metal plates, screws, or a rod.
- You must be able to attend follow-up visits for 6 months after surgery.
- You must not be allergic to vancomycin antibiotics.
- You must not have an active infection in the wound or blood at the time of surgery.
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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