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Abscess clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Abscess — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
14 US clinical trials · 1 currently recruiting
The research picture
Abscess has 14 registered US clinical trials, 1 of them open to new participants right now — about 7% of the total.
- 1
- recruiting participants now
- 7%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 8
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: Melinta Therapeutics
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Ketamine as a Supplement to Local Anesthesia for Minor Procedures
Loyola University
NCT06284473
Decreasing Antibiotic Duration for Skin and Soft Tissue Infection Using Behavioral Economics in Primary Care
Nationwide Children's Hospital
NCT05226260
Oritavancin Versus IV Vancomycin for the Treatment of Patients With Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infection
Melinta Therapeutics
NCT01252732
Oritavancin Versus IV Vancomycin for the Treatment of Participants With Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infection (SOLO I)
Melinta Therapeutics
NCT01252719
Efficacy and Safety of Dalbavancin for the Treatment of Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections
Durata Therapeutics Inc., an affiliate of Allergan
NCT01339091
Evaluation of 3 Versus 10 Days of Antibiotics in Skin Abscesses After Surgical Drainage
Lucy Holmes, MD
NCT02024867
Phase 2 Trial of TD 6424 (Telavancin) Versus Standard Therapy for Complicated Gram Positive Skin and Skin Structure Infections (Gram Positive cSSSI)
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals
NCT00061633
Incision and Drainage Versus Needle Aspiration in Soft Tissue Abscesses
University of Massachusetts, Worcester
NCT01085929
Aquacel Versus Iodoform Gauze for Filling Abscess Cavity Following Incision and Drainage
Valleywise Health
NCT00984022
Intranasal Fentanyl as an Adjunct to Lidocaine Infiltration in Adults Undergoing Abscess Incision and Drainage
Montefiore Medical Center
NCT03872700
Adjunctive Nitrous Oxide During Emergency Department Propofol Sedation in Adults
Albert Einstein Healthcare Network
NCT02410707
Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Abscesses in Pediatric Patients After Incision and Drainage
Baylor College of Medicine
NCT00691600
Safety and Feasibility Study of Methylene Blue Photodynamic Therapy to Sterilize Deep Tissue Abscess Cavities
University of Rochester
NCT02240498
Efficacy of Intranasal Fentanyl at Reducing Pain During Abscess Incision and Drainage (I&D) in Children
Columbia University
NCT01549002
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 2 | 2 |
| Phase 3 | 7 |
| Phase 4 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Abscess Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 14 US studies indexed under Abscess, and 1 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 7% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Abscess shows 8 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 3 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Abscess is led by Melinta Therapeutics with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 14 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Abscess?
PlainTrial tracks 14 US clinical trials for Abscess, of which 1 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Abscess?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.