Evaluation of Bacterial Flora Among Operation Theatre Staff at a Tertiary Care Hospital (NCT04089683) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Evaluation of Bacterial Flora Among Operation Theatre Staff at a Tertiary Care Hospital
361 participantsStarted 2014-04
Plain-language summary
Health care associated infection (HCAI) is a serious health hazard as it leads to increased morbidity and mortality of patients, length of hospital stay and costs associated with increased hospital stay.
A total of 361 subjects divided into four groups were included in this study. The first group comprised of 179 doctors, the second had 31 nurses, third group had 110 OT Technicians and the fourth group included 41 subjects which included housekeeping staff and cleaners. Swabs were collected from OT staff at the time of entry and at exit from the OT. Places of swabs taken were: A) Web space, B) OT dress and C) Anterior nares.
Who can participate
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria: All Operation Theatre staff -
Exclusion Criteria: Patients in Operation Theatre, Operating room air \& equipment
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
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5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
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4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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What they're measuring
1
Bacterial flora harboured at Web spaces among OT staff
Timeframe: 2 years
2
Bacterial load on OT dress among OT staff
Timeframe: 2 years
3
To identify the nasal carriers of organisms among OT staff
Timeframe: 2 years
Trial details
NCT IDNCT04089683
SponsorKamineni Academy of Medical Sciences and Research Centre