Cefazolin Dose Before Shunt Surgery: Checking Brain Fluid Levels
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study measures how well the antibiotic cefazolin reaches the fluid around your brain and spine when given right before shunt surgery. It may help doctors choose the best dose to prevent infections.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and scheduled for a shunt surgery at the specified hospital in Strasbourg
- You are not pregnant
- You do not have an active infection
- You are not allergic to cefazolin (an antibiotic)
- You are not taking any other antibiotics for an infection right now
- Your spinal fluid must be free of bacteria before surgery
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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