Antibiotic spacer for infected joint replacements
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests a new type of temporary spacer for infected hip, knee, or shoulder replacements. The spacer is made of a special material that releases antibiotics to fight the infection before a new joint can be placed.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have an active infection in your hip, knee, or shoulder joint replacement (like pain, fever, or drainage)
- Your doctor plans to remove the infected joint and place a temporary antibiotic spacer
- You are willing to come for follow-up visits over 6 months after surgery
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You do not have a severely compromised immune system
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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