Patient education program for joint replacement infections
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at the experiences of people who have had a joint replacement infection, their families, and their doctors. It aims to create an education program to help patients manage their care better. You would be asked to share your story and input.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You had a hip, knee, or shoulder replacement between 1 month and 1 year ago.
- You have taken or are taking antibiotics for the infection for at least 6 weeks.
- You can speak and read French.
- You do not have severe memory/thinking problems or severe depression.
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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