Optimizing skin cleansing before shoulder surgery
Official title: Optimizing Infection Prophylaxis Prior to Shoulder Surgery
Run by University of Washington · NCT06464770 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether using different pressure techniques to apply a skin cleanser can help reduce bacteria on the skin before shoulder surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 89 Years |
| Sex | Men only |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Washington Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seattle, Washington) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 31, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | December 5, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT06464770 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are English-speaking individuals preparing for shoulder arthroplasty who do not have sensitive skin or allergies to chlorhexidine.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with very sensitive skin, allergies to chlorhexidine, recent antibiotic or acne treatment use, or existing wounds on their shoulders 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 interventional study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different pressure applications of chlorhexidine gluconate in reducing Cutibacterium acnes on the skin prior to shoulder arthroplasty. Participants will have one shoulder treated with a gentle wipe pressure and the other with a massage-like pressure to determine which method is more effective in decreasing bacterial presence. Skin swabs will be collected before and after the application to measure the reduction of C. acnes. The study seeks to enhance infection prophylaxis strategies for shoulder surgeries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved infection prevention methods for patients undergoing shoulder surgery.
How similar studies have gone: While similar studies have explored infection prophylaxis techniques, this specific approach of varying application pressure with chlorhexidine is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Self report very sensitive skin * Allergic to chlorhexidine * Used antibiotics in the last three months * Used acne treatment in the last three months * Wounds on your shoulders
Where it's running
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University of Washington
Seattle, Washington, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jason Hsu, MD — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Anastasia Whitson
- Email: whitsa@uw.edu
- Phone: 206-755-7847
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.