Antimicrobial Wash During Shoulder Replacement
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether washing the surgical site with a special antimicrobial liquid after the incision can lower the risk of infection during shoulder replacement surgery. It may help people who are already planning a first-time shoulder replacement.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a first-time shoulder replacement surgery.
- You have a condition like severe arthritis, bone death, or a rotator cuff tear.
- You have tried non-surgical treatments (like pain meds) for at least 6 weeks.
- You have not had prior surgery or infection in this shoulder.
- You do not have an active infection, autoimmune disease, or cancer.
- You are not allergic to citric acid products.
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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