Paper-based Electrochemical Point-of-care Device in Diagnostic of Orthopedic Infections
Recruiting
Observational Study
PJI
Spondylodiscitis
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 400 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · Other
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About This Trial
Periprosthetic Joint infections (PJI) and spondylodiscitis are considered some of the most costly infectious diseases because require at least one surgery, prolonged hospitalisation, rehabilitation care, prolonged antibiotherapy, and extended absence from work in working-age patients. Ortho-PoC will face this issue with a smart and highly innovative diagnostic tool, starting from the point-of-care…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* patients that received a joint implant or spine surgery, clear signs of infection (according to international guidelines)
* patients off antibiotic therapy at least for two weeks
* Sample biopsy of minimum 1 ml.
Exclusion Criteria:
* pregnant women,
* patient affected by can…
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