Antibiotic Coated Nail for Open Tibia Fractures
Prophylactic Antibiotic Coated Nail to Prevent Infection: A Clinical Trial
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Trial phase
- Phase 4
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Prevention
- Participants needed
- 242 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences · Other
This trial is looking for adults with specific types of open tibia fractures. Participants will receive either a new antibiotic-coated nail or a traditional nail to fix their fracture and help prevent infections.
You may be able to join if
- I am 18 years or older
- I have a Gustilo Type II or III open tibia fracture
- I need an intramedullary nail for my fracture
You may not be able to join if
- I am under 18 years old
- I am allergic to vancomycin or gentamicin
- I cannot speak English or Spanish
- I am pregnant or breastfeeding
- I am a prisoner
- I cannot follow up for 12 months
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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Check Your EligibilityThis prospective randomized clinical trial will compare outcomes between patients treated primarily with a prophylactic antibiotic coated nail and those treated with traditional standard of care intramedullary (IM) nailing.
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