Comparing two methods to prevent infections after emergency surgery for peritonitis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) versus primary closure (PC) in preventing surgical site infections (SSI) in patients undergoing emergency laparotomy for peritonitis. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either NPWT or PC after their surgery, and both groups will be monitored for one year postoperatively. The study also includes a cost analysis to assess the feasibility of implementing NPWT as a routine preventive measure in similar surgical cases. The goal is to determine which method is more effective in reducing the incidence of SSI and improving patient outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* qualified for an emergency laparotomy for peritonitis
* gave written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* qualified for open abdomen treatment

Where it's running

• UCC Division of Oncological, Transplant and General Surgery
  Gdańsk, Pomerania, Poland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Piotr Spychalski, MD PhD — MUG Division of General Surgery
• Study coordinator: Katarzyna M Polomska
• Email: k.polomska@gumed.edu.pl
• Phone: +48794037928

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.