Using negative pressure therapy to reduce infections after vascular surgery

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 clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of negative pressure wound therapy (PICO) on closed inguinal incisions following vascular surgical procedures. The study aims to determine if this intervention can significantly reduce the rate of surgical site infections and other wound complications. It includes two arms: one for endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) and another for open vascular procedures, with specific targets for infection rate reduction. The trial is designed to ensure robust statistical power and minimize bias through objective wound assessment.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients 18 years of age and above
* Elective vascular surgery
* Inguinal incision (transverse or longitudinal)
* Capable of understanding the study information and giving written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Emergency surgery
* Ongoing infection in inguinal area

Where it's running

• Vascular Centre, Malmö, Skåne University Hospital
  Malmö, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Stefan Acosta, MD PhD — Vascular Centre, Malmö, Skåne University Hospital
• Study coordinator: Stefan Acosta, MD PhD
• Email: stefan.acosta@med.lu.se
• Phone: +4640331000

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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.