Betadine under skin during back fusion surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether a small amount of Betadine placed under the skin during back fusion surgery can help prevent infection. It's for people having their first posterior spinal fusion.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for your first back fusion surgery (posterior, upper or lower back).
- You are not allergic to povidone-iodine (Betadine).
- You are not pregnant and haven't had radioactive iodine treatment.
- You speak English.
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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