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Chlorhexidine for Preventing Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Study Summary
This trial is testing whether using chlorhexidine to clean the feet each day can prevent diabetic foot ulcers from coming back.
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You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
Treatment Details
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Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Side effects data
From 2020 Phase 2 trial • 44 Patients • NCT02252588Trial Design
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- You are not able to use foot care wipes.You are expected to live for less than 12 months.You cannot walk.You are 18 years old or older.You have been diagnosed with diabetes.You currently have an infection in your foot.You have used a certain type of antiseptic on your feet in the week before the trial starts.You have had an allergic reaction to chlorhexidine in the past.You are planning to have your foot amputated to treat a current foot ulcer or wound.You must have both feet, but it's okay if part of one foot is missing.You have a history of foot problems, high blood sugar, nerve or blood vessel issues, kidney dialysis, or certain foot surgeries that put you at high risk for getting a new diabetic foot ulcer.You do not have any open sores on at least one foot.
- Group 1: Placebo
- Group 2: Chlorhexidine
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many participants can the research team accept for this experiment?
"Unfortunately, applications for this trial are currently unavailable. The posting was initially made on 2nd January 2019 and last updated 10th of January 2022. If you're looking to apply elsewhere there is a considerable number of studies actively recruiting: 388 trials concerning diabetic foot syndrome and 21 clinical investigations related to Chlorhexidine usage are open at present."
Does Chlorhexidine meet the standards of approval set forth by the FDA?
"Chlorhexidine is considered relatively safe, receiving a score of 2 on our scale. This medication has undergone some safety evaluation but efficacy data remains inconclusive at this point in time."
Is this research initiative currently in the process of enrolling participants?
"Currently, this medical trial is not recruiting. It was first posted on 2nd January 2019 and last updated 10th January 2022. If you search for other studies related to diabetic foot, there are 388 trials currently admitting participants; similarly, 21 investigations utilizing chlorhexidine have available openings right now."
What ailments can be treated with Chlorhexidine?
"Chlorhexidine is a popular antiseptic agent and has also been demonstrated to be successful in the disinfection of wounds, sore throats, and pressure ulcers."
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