Given the high burden of post-catheter removal UTIs, this study aims to evaluate Irrisept instillation as a non-antibiotic intervention to reduce infection rates. By comparing Irrisept to saline irrigation, the study will provide critical insights into the efficacy of antiseptic bladder irrigation in preventing UTIs while minimizing antibiotic use. If successful, this approach could lead to new clinical guidelines for catheter removal protocols, improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
300
0.05% CHG is instilled into the bladder prior to trial of void.
Bladder is back filled with normal saline.
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, United States
RECRUITINGUrinary tract infection
Evaluate the rate of urinary tract infection after urethral catheter removal.
Time frame: 30 days
Antibiotic use
Evaluate the rates of antibiotic use 30 days after urethral catheter removal
Time frame: 30 days
Adverse Events
Evaluate the rates of adverse events 30 days after urethral catheter removal
Time frame: 30 days
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