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Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

Using silver-coated prostheses to reduce hip infection rates

Official title: Clinical Investigation of the Efficacy of New Silver-coated Prosthesis in Reducing the Incidence of Periprosthetic Infections

Run by Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli · NCT06887816 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether using silver-coated hip implants can help reduce infection rates in patients who are at high risk for infections during and after hip surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment70 (estimated)
SponsorIstituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Bologna, BO and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 12, 2025
Main results expectedMarch 2027
Study endsMarch 2029
Registry record updatedMay 4, 2026
Trial IDNCT06887816 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study include adults aged 18 and older who are immunocompromised or diabetic.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years of age and pregnant women are unlikely to 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 clinical investigation aims to evaluate the efficacy of a silver-coated prosthesis in reducing the incidence of periprosthetic infections during and after hip surgeries. The study focuses on patients at high risk for infections, including the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. By comparing outcomes between patients receiving the silver-coated device and those with a standard prosthesis, the research seeks to determine the effectiveness of the silver coating in preventing infections. The study will involve monitoring patients for both early and late postoperative infections.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly lower the rates of infections following hip surgeries, leading to better patient outcomes and fewer revision surgeries.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with silver-coated devices in reducing infection rates, suggesting that this approach may be effective.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria 
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged ≥ 18 years;
* Immunocompromised patients and/or diabetic patients.
* Patients who have given consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged \< 18 years;
* Pregnant women;

Where it's running

  • Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
    Bologna, Bo, Italy     Recruiting
  • Ospedale Mazzolani Vandini
    Argenta, Italia, Italy     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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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.