Antibiotic device for bone infection in the arms or legs
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests a dissolvable antibiotic implant placed during surgery to treat long-standing bone infections (osteomyelitis) that haven't healed with antibiotics alone. It may help people who need surgery to remove infected bone.
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Who can take part
- You have a bone infection in an arm or leg that hasn't healed after antibiotic treatment and needs surgery.
- You are 18 years or older (if 18–22, X-rays must confirm your bones are fully grown).
- You are willing to stay in the area for follow-up appointments and tests.
- The surgeon can close the surgical wound properly, either by stitching it shut or with a skin graft.
- You do not have severe kidney disease, uncontrolled diabetes, or a terminal illness with less than 1 year to live.
Quick eligibility check
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