Trial of 70% Ethanol Versus Heparin to Reduce the Rate of Central Line Infections in Children With Short Bowel Syndrome
Status:
Withdrawn
Trial end date:
2012-09-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
This study is designed to determine if the use of 70% ethanol lock solution in central lines
decreases the rate of central line infections in children with short bowel syndrome. While
ethanol locks have been used safely in children, there has been no published research to date
that clearly shows it is of definite benefit in this group of patients.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Boston Children's Hospital Boston Children’s Hospital