Help prevent infection in animal bite wounds
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests if a special bandage that uses gentle suction (negative pressure) can prevent infections in wounds caused by animals. It is for people who have a deep, large wound and get medical help within 8 hours before the wound gets infected.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have an animal injury that is deep enough to reach the fat layer, tendon, or is a puncture wound.
- The wound is larger than 2 centimeters (about the width of a big thumb) and may need surgery.
- You were injured less than 8 hours before coming to the hospital.
- The wound is not already infected when you arrive.
- The wound is not just a tiny puncture (like from an acupuncture needle) and your skin is not completely torn off.
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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