Clinical trials: Biofilms
Inflammatory Response, Microbial Colonization
Microbial Adhesion and Biofilm Formation on Denture Base Materials
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) has been the material of choice for fabricating complete dentures for more than 80 years now.(1,2) As a material it is easy to handle and can be easily repaired and polished.
- Conditions
- Inflammatory Response, Microbial Colonization, Denture Stomatitis
- Trial name
- NCT06395116
- Testing
- Denture base material
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Menoufia University
Periodontitis, Adult
Effects of Antibiotic Therapy on the Short and Long-term Results of Periodontitis Treatments
Antibiotics are currently used in periodontology to specifically target the most pathogenic bacteria in subgingival biofilms and to improve treatments.
- Trial name
- PERIODONTITIS (NCT05065034)
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 200 people
- Sponsor
- University Hospital, Strasbourg, France
Wounds
Clinical Validation of a 'Hand-held' Fluorescence Digital Imaging Device for Wound Care Applications
The primary objective of this clinical study is to evaluate the use and effectiveness of our 'handheld' fluorescence digital imaging device platform for real-time non-invasive clinical monitoring of chronic wounds for healing and…
- Trial name
- NCT01378728
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 75 people
- Sponsor
- University Health Network, Toronto
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
Microbiology, Alveolar Ridge Preservation
Microbiome Analysis of Dental Biofilm on High-Density Polytetrafluoroethylene Membranes Used in Socket Preservation
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate how different types of high-density polytetrafluoroethylene (d-PTFE) membranes impact dental biofilm accumulation and composition in patients undergoing socket preservation following…
- Conditions
- Microbiology, Alveolar Ridge Preservation, Infections, Bacterial
- Trial name
- MADBioS (NCT06694844)
- Testing
- Socket preservation with M1, Socket preservation with M2
- Where
- Croatia
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Marija Čandrlić
Wound Heal
Electroceutical Dressing Technology (EDT) Against Wound Microbial Biofilm Infection
There are currently limited treatments available that show anti-biofilm efficacy for wound infection management Biofilms account for over 80% of infections and approximately 65% of nosocomial infections caused by microorganisms…
- Trial name
- EDT BioFilm (NCT04794621)
- Testing
- Electroceutical Dressing Technology-EDThi, Adding EDTlo (Procellera®) for 3 weeks after use of EDThi
- Where
- 3 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 112 people
- Sponsor
- Indiana University
Infection
Coated Endotracheal Tube and Mucus Shaver to Prevent Hospital-Acquired Infections
This study, conducted at the San Gerardo Hospital in Milan, Italy, will examine whether a bacteriocidal-coated endotracheal tube (breathing tube) cleaned with a device called a Mucus Shaver is safe and effective in preventing…
- Trial name
- NCT00341354
- Testing
- Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 24 people
- Sponsor
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Implant Infection
Biofilm Accumulation in Zirconia vs. Titanium Implants
The aim of this randomized clinical trial is to compare the amount and type of biofilm formed on the surface of zirconia implants compared to titanium implants.
- Trial name
- NCT06075017
- Testing
- dental implant placement
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Candida Infection
Biofilm Formation and Antifungal Resistance in Candida Species
1. To determine the susceptibility pattern of our local isolated Candida strains which is essential for optimal management of fungal infection. 2. Detection of biofilm formation by conventional and molecular methods 3.
- Trial name
- NCT07245563
- Volunteers
- 300 people
- Sponsor
- Assiut University
Caries
Effect of Enzyme-containing Mouth Rinse on Dental Biofilm in Patients With Fixed Orthodontic Appliances
Caries is a biofilm-mediated global public health problem causing health, social and economic consequences for individuals, communities and countries.
- Trial name
- NCT05033015
- Testing
- Mouth rinse
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Malmö University
Microplastics, Otitis Media With Effusion
Microplastics in Otitis Media With Effusion Material
Microplastic rate is increasing ib athmosphere. They can be found in lung, kidney, heart, even placenta. Otitis media with effusion (OME) is a clinical condition that is ver common in children.
- Conditions
- Microplastics, Otitis Media With Effusion, Biofilms
- Trial name
- NCT06316635
- Testing
- ventilation tube insertion
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Kerem Kökoğlu
Hemodialysis
Ex Vivo Microbiological Assessment of an Anti-biofilm Catheter in Acute Dialysis Application
The clinical study aims at providing data on antimicrobial efficiency and a supposed additional preventive effect on catheter-related infections of a catheter with antibacterial surface coating in comparison to standard catheters…
- Trial name
- ABBA (NCT00621114)
- Testing
- GamCath® central venous catheter, GamCath Dolphin® Protect central venous catheter
- Where
- Germany
- Volunteers
- 69 people
- Sponsor
- Vantive Health LLC
Mandibular Prosthesis User
Assessment of the Impact of Probiotics on Biofilm Formation on Removable Acrylic Dentures
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of PIP toothbrush cleaner® on the microbial composition and Candida albicans colonization of denture biofilm formation.
- Trial name
- NCT02736994
- Testing
- PIP toothbrush cleaner® (Chrisal, Lommel, Belgium)., Corega Tabs Anti-bacteria®, Water
- Where
- Belgium
- Volunteers
- 13 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Surgical Site Infection (SSI), Spine Surgery
Investigation of the PREVENTIA® Irrigation Solution for Reducing Bacteria in Spinal Surgery With Implants - A Comparative Study
Spinal surgery carries a risk of surgical wound infections (i.e., the entry of bacteria). Despite various preventive measures, such infections continue to occur, particularly in operations involving implants.
- Conditions
- Surgical Site Infection (SSI), Spine Surgery, Surgical Site Infection Prevention
- Trial name
- PROTECT-SPINE (NCT07667036)
- Testing
- Preventia Surgical Solution, 0.9 % NaCl
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 114 people
- Sponsor
- Universität Luzern
Periprosthetic Joint Infections
Laser Disinfection in Periprosthetic Joint Infection
The eradication of biofilms from infected implants is still an unsolved challenge. The high-energy light beam of an Er:YAG laser causes rapid heating and explosive ablation of tissue.
- Trial name
- NCT06440564
- Testing
- Er:YAG Laser irradiation
- Where
- Austria
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Medical University of Vienna
Dental Plaque, Oral Health
Bacterial Arrangement on the Teeth
Background: Dental plaque is a coating of bacteria on the teeth. It contributes to poor dental health and diseases such as gingivitis, cavities and periodontal disease.
- Conditions
- Dental Plaque, Oral Health, Periodontal Disease and Caries, Periodontal Disease
- Trial name
- NCT01712672
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)
Pseudomonas Aeroginosa
mexB Efflux Pump Gene Expression, Activity and Biofilm Formation in Clinical Isolates of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa
1. Detection of expression level of mexB efflux pump gene in multidrug resistant clinical isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa by real time PCR(QRT-PCR). 2.
- Trial name
- NCT07469436
- Testing
- Real time PCR
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- Assiut University
Chronic Wounds
Characterisation of Biofilm of the Chronic Wounds
In this prospective observational study, the investigators tried assess the presence of biofilm on chronic wound samples coming from a large cohort study of patients, whilst cross-referencing the clinical, bacteriological and…
- Trial name
- Biofilm Plaie (NCT02519166)
- Testing
- 1 clinical examination of the wound, 1 sample taken with the curette, 1 sample by swabbing
- Where
- 3 sites in France
- Volunteers
- 130 people
- Sponsor
- Institut Curie
Periodontal Diseases
Clinical Evaluation of a Mouthwash Containing Malva Sylvestris Extract.
Background: For centuries, plants (and / or their products) were the only resource available for the prevention and treatment of many diseases.
- Trial name
- NCT05138484
- Testing
- experimental group 10% mouthwash of M. sylvestris extract
- Where
- Chile
- Volunteers
- 54 people
- Sponsor
- Aravena, Pedro, DDS, PhD
Self Cleaning
Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Fibrous Foods, Sugar-free Gomes and Rolly Brush® in the Dental Biofilm Removal
The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of three methods for removal of dental biofilm when compared to dental toothbrushing control.
- Trial name
- NCT03601585
- Testing
- Comparison of dental biofilm removal.
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Federal University of São Paulo