Vancomycin in spinal fusion surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests giving the antibiotic vancomycin directly into the bone during spinal fusion surgery to prevent infections. It may be an option for adults having certain types of back surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having a spine surgery where bones are fused together, either in the back or through the lower spine.
- You are over 18 years old and can give your own permission to join the study.
- You do not have a body mass index over 40.
- You are not allergic to vancomycin or other standard antibiotics used before surgery.
- You do not have uncontrolled diabetes, serious kidney problems, or a weakened immune system.
- You have not had prior spine surgery that could affect the results.
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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