Joint Arthroplasty study: Prontosan Wound Gel
Official title Reduction of Bacterial Seeding in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07406893
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study compares bacterial growth in tissue samples taken during shoulder replacement between patients who receive no skin preparation and those who get Prontosan wound gel after the incision.
- Who it's for
- Adults undergoing primary shoulder replacement surgery.
- What's involved
- Participants will have a skin incision made, then either no skin prep or Prontosan gel applied. Tissue samples are taken during surgery to test for bacteria.
- Time commitment
- The study involves a single surgical visit; no additional follow‑up visits are required.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, men only
You may be able to join if
- Adult male 18 years of age or older undergoing elective primary total shoulder arthroplasty, including both anatomic and reverse total shoulder...
You likely can't join if
- Any revision shoulder arthroplasty procedure or other shoulder surgery that is not a primary shoulder arthroplasty.
- Patients with allergy to active ingredients in Prontosan gel
- Patient is unable to consent for themselves
- Patient is non-English speaking
- Females
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- St Louis, Missouri, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling male, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
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