Comparing oral and intravenous antibiotics to prevent infections after surgery

Oral Versus Intravenous Antibiotic Prophylaxis Before Obstetric and Gynecological Procedures

Observational Sohag University · NCT06255652

This study is testing whether taking antibiotics by mouth or through an IV is better at preventing infections after certain surgeries for women.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 50 Years
SexFemale
SponsorSohag University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Sohag)
Trial IDNCT06255652 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of oral and intravenous cephradine antibiotics in preventing surgical site infections (SSI) in patients undergoing elective cesarean sections and gynecological procedures. It is an observational study that will assess the outcomes of both prophylactic approaches to determine which is more effective in reducing the incidence of SSI. The study will include patients who meet specific inclusion criteria and will exclude those who are immunocompromised.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women scheduled for elective cesarean sections or gynecological procedures.

Not a fit: Patients who are immunocompromised will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved infection prevention strategies for patients undergoing elective obstetric and gynecological surgeries.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success with similar antibiotic prophylaxis approaches, but this specific comparison is less commonly tested.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

- Cesarean section Gynaecological procedure Exclusion Criteria Immunocompromised patient

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Where this trial is running

Sohag

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Site InfectionSSI
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