Ultrasound to detect infections after abdominal surgery
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether bedside ultrasound—a simple imaging tool used at your hospital bed—can help doctors spot surgical infections early after abdominal surgery. Catching infections sooner might help you recover faster and avoid serious complications.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are having emergency or planned abdominal surgery that requires an open incision
- Your surgical wound will be closed right away or closed within a few days (not left open to heal gradually)
- You can provide informed consent to participate
- You are a Danish resident
- You are not having the surgery done through small keyhole incisions (laparoscopic 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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