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A Comparison of Post-Sternotomy Dressings
NCT02198066 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study was to determine which of three types of dressings, a dry sterile dressing, a metallic silver dressing or an ionic silver dressing provided better patient outcomes for the post-sternotomy cardiac surgery patient population. In this prospective, randomized controlled trial, the hypothesis was that subjects who received either of the silver impregnated dressings would have better outcomes (better wound healing, less discomfort, and less incidence of infection). Investigators also evaluated dressing factors such as adherence, time for application and ease of use.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Dry Sterile Dressing
- OTHER Metallic Silver Dressing
- OTHER Ionic Silver Dressing
Study Locations (1)
Virginia
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital — Roanoke
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 351 participants |
| Start Date | 2010-07 |
| Est. Completion | 2012-08 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02198066
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02198066 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 351 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Carilion Clinic, which has 45 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Impaired Wound Healing appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Dry Sterile Dressing is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT02198066 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Virginia. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02198066 about?
NCT02198066 is a clinical study titled "A Comparison of Post-Sternotomy Dressings". The purpose of this study was to determine which of three types of dressings, a dry sterile dressing, a metallic silver dressing or an ionic silver dressing provided better patient outcomes for the post-sternotomy cardiac surgery patient population. In this prospective, randomized controlled trial, ...
What is the current status of trial NCT02198066?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 351 participants. The study started on 2010-07. Estimated completion is 2012-08.
What conditions does trial NCT02198066 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Impaired Wound Healing, Postoperative Wound Infection-deep. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02198066?
The interventions under investigation include: Dry Sterile Dressing (OTHER), Metallic Silver Dressing (OTHER), Ionic Silver Dressing (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02198066?
This trial is sponsored by Carilion Clinic, which has 45 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT02198066 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Virginia. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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