Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

Examining biofilm in arterial catheters in ICU patients

Official title: Structural and Microbiological Characterization of Arterial Catheter Biofilm in ICU's Patients Using Optical Coherence Tomography

Run by Centre Hospitalier William Morey - Chalon sur Saône · NCT06838598 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at the germs that build up on arterial catheters in ICU patients to see how they might cause infections and find better ways to prevent them.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment60 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier William Morey - Chalon sur Saône
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Dijon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 3, 2024
Main results expectedNovember 2027
Study endsDecember 2027
Registry record updatedMarch 18, 2026
Trial IDNCT06838598 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are ICU patients over 18 years old who have an arterial catheter in place.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to provide consent or have had their arterial catheter removed outside of standard procedures may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to characterize the structural and microbiological aspects of biofilm that forms on arterial catheters used in ICU patients. By utilizing optical coherence tomography, the researchers will gather data to understand the relationship between biofilm formation and the incidence of bacteremias associated with these vascular devices. The goal is to provide insights that could lead to improved prevention strategies or targeted treatments for infections related to arterial catheters.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for bacteremias in ICU patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using optical coherence tomography for biofilm characterization is innovative, there is limited clinical data documenting its success in similar studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient or relative informed of the study and having declared their non-objection
* Patient over 18 years old
* Patient hospitalized in ICU with an arterial catheter

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient unable to express consent
* Patient whose collection of the arterial catheter is impossible or for whom storage at 4°C is impossible
* Patient with arterial catheter removed outside the usual procedure of the ICU
* Patient admitted in ICU with an arterial catheter already in place

Where it's running

  • CHU Dijon Bourgogne
    Dijon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
    Recruiting
  • CH Macon
    Mâcon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
    Recruiting

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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.
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