Testing a new tool to improve surgical drain care
This trial studies a new device designed to clear blockages in Jackson-Pratt drains placed in the abdomen after surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces complications and improves drain function.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having surgery that requires a Jackson-Pratt drain placed in your belly.
- You can understand and agree to participate in the study.
- You do not have allergies to the materials in the new device.
- You are not a Mayo Clinic nurse caring for patients with drains.
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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