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A Systematic Oral Care Program in Post-Mechanically Ventilated, Post-Intensive Care Patients

NCT03886623 NA COMPLETED

The purpose of this study is to see if a 4 day oral care program in patients who have been on a breathing machine results in better oral health, reduces the amount of certain bacteria in the mouth and reduces infection while in the hospital. The plan is to test the specific hypotheses that a standardized oral care protocol: 1. Results in improved oral health compared to standard care, 2. Reduces the rate of Staphylococcus aureus / methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus, and 3. Reduces the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

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Lead sponsorOhio State University
PhaseNA
StatusCOMPLETED
Enrolment80
Start date2011-06
Completion2013-12

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United States