Surgical preparation study for first-time shoulder replacement
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests a surgical prep solution called Surgiphor during first-time total shoulder replacement. It aims to help prevent infections.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a first-time total shoulder replacement.
- You are willing to sign a consent form.
- You have not had any prior surgery on the same shoulder.
- You are not allergic to iodine, iodine-based products, or shellfish.
- You do not have an active infection.
- You are not participating in any other clinical trials.
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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