Using Cerament for heel infections to save the leg
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Hormones & metabolism, Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests a special bone filler called Cerament to treat heel bone infections in people with diabetes, aiming to avoid leg amputation. It may help heal the bone after partial heel removal surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have type 1 or type 2 diabetes
- You are scheduled to have part of your heel bone removed (partial calcanectomy)
- You do not have severe kidney problems or a calcium disorder
- You are not allergic to aminoglycoside antibiotics
Quick eligibility check
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