Overview

Chlorhexidine & Pneumonia in Nursing Home Residents

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2011-07-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is determine if topical oral application of a chlorhexidine antimicrobial spray will significantly reduce pneumonia and respiratory infections, and improve oral health compared to a placebo solution in nursing home residents.
Phase:
Phase 1
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University of Louisville
Collaborator:
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)
Treatments:
Chlorhexidine
Chlorhexidine gluconate