Comparing two types of sutures for closing surgical wounds

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 aims to compare the effectiveness of Novosyn® CHD, a Chlorhexidine coated suture, against uncoated Polyglactin 910 suture in reducing bacterial colonization and the incidence of surgical site infections (SSI) in patients undergoing emergency or elective laparotomy or laparoscopic surgery. By observing the outcomes of these two sutures, the study seeks to provide clinical evidence on the benefits of using a coated suture for wound closure. The findings will help optimize postoperative care and early diagnosis of complications.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients undergoing an emergency or elective laparotomy or laparoscopic surgery.
* Written informed consent
* Age≥ 18 years
* Not incapacitated patient

Exclusion Criteria:

* No exclusion criteria except patients with allergy or hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine

Where it's running

• Pineta Grande Hospital
  Naples, Italy Recruiting
• Hospital Clínico San Carlos
  Madrid, Madrid, Spain Recruiting
• Hospital Universitario de Canarias
  Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain Recruiting
• Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío
  Seville, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Antonio José Torres Garcia, Prof. Dr. — Hospital San Carlos, Madrid
• Study coordinator: Jaume Garcia Lopez
• Email: info@bbraun.com
• Phone: +34935866200

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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.