Efficacy and Safety of Ertapenem Sodium (MK-0826) Following Colorectal Surgery in Chinese Adults (MK-0826-056)
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2011-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of ertapenem sodium compared
with ceftriaxone sodium/metronidazole for the prophylaxis of surgical site infection
following elective colorectal surgery in Chinese adults. This study is designed to
demonstrate that ertapenem sodium is non-inferior to ceftriaxone sodium/metronidazole in this
participant population.