Testing antimicrobial coatings on central venous catheters in critical care
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests a new approach to prevent infections on central venous catheters (thin tubes inserted into large veins) in hospital intensive care units. Researchers will study catheters that already show signs of bacterial growth to understand how to better protect patients from catheter-related infections.
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Who can take part
- You are or your loved one is a patient in an intensive care unit (ICU), post-operative ICU, or post-resuscitation ICU
- You have a central venous catheter in place (a thin tube in a large vein for medication or dialysis)
- A sample from your catheter showed bacterial growth when tested
- You are able to provide informed consent or a family member can do so on your behalf
- You have not been excluded by the research team for any reason
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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