Clinical trials: Biofilm
Prosthetic Joint Infection, Prosthetic Infection
Susceptibility Testing of Biofilm to Guide Treatment of Periprosthetic Joint Infections
The overall purpose of this clinical treatment research project is to explore novel diagnostics that can guide the treatment of infections associated to orthopaedic implants, in order to improve patient outcomes and reduce the…
- Conditions
- Prosthetic Joint Infection, Prosthetic Infection, Hip Prosthesis Infection, Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Trial name
- NCT04488458
- Testing
- MIC or MBEC+MIC based treatment algorithm
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Vastra Gotaland Region
Chronic Sinusitis
Nitric Oxide Releasing Sinus Irrigation (NOSi) to Treat Recalcitrant Chronic Rhinosinusitis (RCRS)
This a single center, randomized controlled trial to evaluate safety \& efficacy of topical nitric oxide releasing sinus irrigation (NOSi) as compared to budesonide-Saline (Control) in the management of biofilm-associated…
- Trial name
- NCT04163978
- Testing
- Nitric Oxide, Budesonide
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Sanotize Research and Development corp.
Dental Plaque
Efficacy of Plaque Removal of a Novel Brushing Device
The purpose of this research study is to compare how a novel, automated mouthpiece-based toothbrushing device removes dental plaque compared to a manual toothbrush.
- Trial name
- NCT05038293
- Testing
- Automated mouthpiece-based toothbrush, Manual toothbrush
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 42 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Washington
Chronic Serous Otitis Media, Simple or Unspecified
Prevalence of Mucosal Biofilm Formations in Adenoidectomy Specimens
Rationale: Bacterial biofilms are defined as an assemblage of bacterial cells enclosed in a self-produced glycocalyx matrix. Adherence on surfaces, and resistance to both antibiotic treatments and host defenses are ones of the…
- Trial name
- BOLERO (NCT01022944)
- Testing
- With chronic middle ear effusion, Without chronic middle ear effusion
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 113 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Cystic Fibrosis, Chronic Bronchitis
Standard vs. Biofilm Susceptibility Testing in Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
This was a randomized multi-center clinical trial to compare the microbiological efficacy, clinical efficacy, and safety of using standard versus biofilm susceptibility testing of P.
- Trial name
- NCT00153634
- Testing
- IV amikacin, PO azithromycin, IV ceftazidime
- Where
- 8 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 75 people
- Sponsor
- Seattle Children's Hospital
Urinary Tract Infection
Evaluation of Surface Acoustics Ultrasound Device for the Treatment of Patients With Percutaneous Nephrostomy Catheters
Catheter associated urinary tract infection is one of the most common types of catheter acquired infections and adds greatly to patient morbidity, mortality and medical cost.
- Trial name
- NV-US-04-001 (NCT00702286)
- Where
- Israel
- Volunteers
- 24 people
- Sponsor
- Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center
Drug Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions, Infusion Reactions
Retrospective Kinetic Safety Evaluation of an Intravenous Micellar Excipient Platform
Protocol PICO-RWE-001: The goal of this observational study is to evaluate the kinetic safety and tolerability of an investigational intravenous micellar delivery platform.
- Trial name
- NCT07609069
- Testing
- PIV-850 (850-picometer Dual-NCE Acidic Matrix), Legacy Heterogeneous Payload (Micellar Vehicle)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 625 people
- Sponsor
- PICO IV, Inc.
Dental Caries
Effect of Calcium Glycerophosphate (CaGP) - Fluoride Dentifrice on Dental Biofilm pH
The aim of this study was to investigate the buffering effect of a calcium glycerophosphate-fluoride (CaGP-F) dentifrice on in vivo dental biofilm after a cariogenic challenge and evaluate its probable 12-hour protective effect.
- Trial name
- CAGP-F (NCT00875212)
- Testing
- calcium glycerophosphate, no active ingredient, fluoride
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Federal University of Paraíba
Staphylococcal Aureus Infection, Surgical Site Infection (SSI)
Gene Expression Analysis of Biofilm Formation and Antimicrobial Resistance in Clinical Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Staphylococcus aureus are Gram-positive cocci that asymptomatically colonize the skin and mucosal surfaces of approximately 20-30% of healthy individuals . Although they commonly exist as a harmless commensal organisms, S.
- Trial name
- NCT07796555
- Testing
- swab from lesion, Biochemical reactions, Antibiotic sensitivity
- Volunteers
- 100 people
- Sponsor
- Sohag University
Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence
The Immune Reactivity of Biofilms in Vaginal Mesh Erosion.
Aging, birth trauma and extensive pelvic surgery are the causes known to cause advanced pelvic organ prolaspe, fecal as well as urinary incontinence.
- Conditions
- Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Fecal Incontinence
- Trial name
- NCT00564044
- Testing
- excision of the protruding mesh and its surrounding vaginal tissue
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 82 people
- Sponsor
- Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
Dental Caries, Gingivitis
Shifts in the Oral Biofilm of Patients With Known Oral Health Risk Factors
This study is observational only and is intended to evaluate changes in the makeup and function of bacteria naturally present in the mouth during treatment with braces to straighten teeth.
- Trial name
- NCT02885064
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 34 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Streptococcal Infections, Saliva Altered
Efficacy of Propolis Varnish Against Oral Biofilm
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a varnish containing 15% of green propolis on Streptococcus mutans in saliva and biofilm.
- Trial name
- NCT02052973
- Testing
- Propolis varnish
- Volunteers
- 11 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Federal University of Minas Gerais
Mouthwashes, Chlorhexidine
Effects of Two Daily CHX Mouthrinses on Plaque, Gingivitis and Staining
Τhe aim of this randomized clinical trial was to investigate the efficacy of two daily mouth rinses containing CHX and different combinations of H2O2 and CPC, when used adjunctive to mechanical oral hygiene, and compare them with…
- Conditions
- Mouthwashes, Chlorhexidine, Dental Plaque, Gingival and Periodontal Disease
- Trial name
- NCT07351370
- Testing
- chlorhexidine/ cetylpyridinium chloride/ hydrogen peroxide mouthwash, Chlorhexidine/ cetylpyridinium chloride
- Where
- Greece
- Volunteers
- 81 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Dental School
Urinary Tract Infection
Bacterial Interference for Prevention of Catheter-Associated UTI: Geriatric Pilot Study
This study is a prospective pilot clinical trial investigating the use of urinary catheters coated with benign E. coli in geriatric subjects.
- Trial name
- NCT00554996
- Testing
- E. coli 83972 coated urinary catheter
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- US Department of Veterans Affairs
Endodontic Disease, Root Canal Infection
Erbium, Chromium: Yttrium, Scandium, Gallium, Garnet (Er,Cr:YSGG) Laser in Root Canal Disinfection
The purpose of this study is to develop a protocol for biofilms disinfection with a FDA cleared, clinically approved and commercially available Er,Cr:YSGG laser treatments.
- Trial name
- NCT05959629
- Testing
- Waterlase Express™, BIOLASE®, Sodium Hypochlorite
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 56 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Pennsylvania
Dental Plaque (Diagnosis), Dental Plaque Imaging Methods
Digital Quantification of Dental Plaque Based on Intraoral Scanner Images
This diagnostic validation study aims to develop and validate a digital method for dental biofilm quantification using three-dimensional images obtained by an intraoral scanner.
- Conditions
- Dental Plaque (Diagnosis), Dental Plaque Imaging Methods, Dental Plaque, Gingivitis
- Trial name
- NCT07152314
- Testing
- Digital plaque quantification using intraoral scanner
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Guarulhos
Dental Caries, Gingivitis
Interdental Microbiota Among Adolescents
Adolescence remains a period during which tooth decay is still very active. There are few epidemiological studies in adolescents, and the majority of them were young people aged 15 and under.
- Trial name
- MIARC (NCT03700840)
- Testing
- Interdental brushes
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Université Montpellier
All Cause Mortality
Heat Disinfection of HD Water Treatment System in Hemodialysis Patients
Hemodialysis (HD) may lead to increase inflammatory response through a number of mechanisms. HD-related inflammation is mainly due to underlying kidney disease, coexisting comorbidities, uremia per se, dialyzer membrane…
- Trial name
- NCT01138280
- Testing
- CWP 103H (Gambro, Sweden): a heat disinfection device
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 540 people
- Sponsor
- Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan
Bacterial Infection Due to Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori)
Increased Re-eradication Rate of Helicobacter Pylori by Adding N-acetylcystein or Metronidazole to the Triple Therapy
Compare efficacy and safety of 10-day triple therapy (rabeprazole, clarithromycin and amoxicillin) plus N-acetylcystein versus 10-day concomitant therapy (rabeprazole, clarithromycin, amoxicillin and metronidazole) for…
- Trial name
- NCT01572597
- Testing
- 10RAC+acetylcystein, 10RAC+metronidazole
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital
Denture Stomatitis, Dentures
Oral Probiotics and Denture Care in Saudi Arabia: Evaluating Knowledge, Practices, and the Future of Innovative Hygiene Solutions
The goal of this observational study is to learn about denture wearers' knowledge, awareness, and self-reported practices regarding denture hygiene and oral probiotics, and to assess whether these are associated with clinical…
- Conditions
- Denture Stomatitis, Dentures, Halitosis, Biofilms
- Trial name
- NCT07475195
- Testing
- This is a cross-sectional observational study. Participants are not assigned to any treatment or preventive intervention.
- Where
- Saudi Arabia
- Volunteers
- 100 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- King Saud University