Blood Parameters as a Predictor of Fever After Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
Urinary Tract Infection BacterialNephrolithiasisTo investigate the relationship between neutrophil count, lymphocyte count, neutrophil-to-lymphocyte count ratio (NLR), and postoperative fever in patients undergoing percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL).
Study of Complication Rates Associated With PICC for Left vs Right
Bacterial InfectionsPeripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) are catheters that are placed mainly in the arms, but which pass in the veins to beside the heart. They are associated with occasional complications due to infection or blockage of the vein that they are in. The investigators want to investigate whether PICCs in the right arm have lower complications than those in the left. This difference in complication rates has been noticed in most other forms of central venous access.
Magnitude of the Antibody Response to and Safety of a GBS Trivalent Vaccine in HIV Positive and...
Streptococcal InfectionsGram-Positive Bacterial Infections1 moreThe study compared the magnitude of the antibody response and safety of a GBS Trivalent Vaccine in HIV positive and HIV negative pregnant women and their offspring. In addition the study investigated the maternal to fetal transfer of antibodies induced by the investigational vaccine.
Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of MV140
Urinary Tract Infection BacterialThe purpose of the study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a biological vaccine (MV140) in women with Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (RUTI) compared with a placebo group.
A Study to Test the Safety and Effectiveness of an Investigational Vaccine in Infants (V419-002)...
Bacterial Infections; Virus DiseasesThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability and immunogenicity of 4 different formulations of the HR5I vaccine (Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate, recombinant hepatitis B surface antigen, diphtheria, tetanus, 5-component acellular pertussis, and inactivated poliovirus Types 1, 2, and 3). The primary hypothesis is that at least 1 of the 4 formulations of HR5I administered as a primary series at 2, 3, and 4 months of age will be acceptable (similar to targeted rates) with respect to Postdose 3 antibody responses to all antigens.
RBG: Regular, Bare, Gel: Does Type of Nail Polish Affect Bacterial Counts After Surgical Scrubbing?...
Bacterial InfectionsSurgical Site Infection1 morePurpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate if type of nail polish (gel polish or regular polish) has an effect on the number of bacterial colonies on finger nails after surgical scrubbing. Participants: The potential participants are healthcare providers with patient interaction. Exclusion criteria include evidence of active dermatitis or other skin abnormalities, or allergy to chlorhexidine. Intervention: Participants will have gel nail polish applied to one finger of their dominant hand, and regular polish applied to another finger of their dominant hand. Bacterial swabs will be collected from these two fingers, as well as the from the adjacent finger with no nail polish. Specimen collection will occur both before and after scrubbing with surgical soap. Bacterial counts will be compared between the three groups to determine the association between the presence of nail polish and nail polish type on bacterial counts after surgical scrubbing. Specimen collection will not take place during scrubbing for actual patient care.
Pharmacokinetics of Colistin in Critically-ill Patients With AKI Who Receive SLED
Bacterial InfectionsColistin was developed in the 1960s and preliminary pharmacokinetic studies were performed at that time. Dosing recommendations, on the basis of these pharmacokinetic studies, are listed in the drug's product information. However, there are no optimal dosing recommendations for patients with acute kidney injury who receive sustained low-efficiency dialysis. Furthermore, the science of antibiotic dosing ("pharmacodynamics") has changed significantly since the 1960s and it is quite possible that the dosing recommendations listed in the product information are not optimal. Furthermore, even though physicians refer to "colistin" administration, the only intravenous form of the drug is colistin methanesulfonate (CMS). CMS is converted in the body to colistin. Both CMS and colistin have different pharmacokinetic and antimicrobial activities. For this reason, we, the investigators at the Mahidol university, are performing a pharmacokinetic study of the intravenous CMS/colistin in patients requiring sustained low-efficiency dialysis. Plasma concentrations will be determined around a CMS/colistin dose once the drug has reached steady state. Microbiologic and clinical endpoints will be determined and will be correlated with these concentrations. The measurement of CMS and colistin levels will be determined by a laboratory in Australia.
To Evaluate the Effectiveness(Immunogeneicity) and Safety of 'GC1107' Administered Intramuscularly...
Bacterial InfectionsThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness(immunogeneicity) and safety of 'GC1107' administered intramuscularly in healthy Adults.
Safety & Efficacy of an Antibacterial Protein Molecule Applied Topically to the Nostrils of Volunteers...
Infectious DiseaseBacterial InfectionsThe purpose of this study is to determine whether the antibacterial protein P128 is (i) safe and well tolerated in healthy volunteers and in chronic kidney diseases patients on dialysis, (ii) is it effective in reducing the nasal carriage of pathogen (Staphylococcus aureus) in humans.
Study of a Single Dose of SP093 Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine in Japanese Subjects
Salmonella InfectionsTyphoid Fever1 moreThis study is designed to assess the immunogenicity and safety of typhoid Vi polysaccharide vaccine in Japanese participants to support registration of the product in Japan. Primary Objective: To describe the seroconversion rate (percentage of subjects with at least a 4-fold increase of their Vi antibody titer) between Day 0 before vaccination and Day 28 after vaccination with typhoid Vi polysaccharide (SP093) vaccine in subjects aged 2 years and above. Secondary Objectives: To describe the safety profile of a single dose of typhoid Vi polysaccharide vaccine up to 28 days after vaccination, in subjects aged 2 years and above. To describe the immune response following a single dose of typhoid Vi polysaccharide vaccine in subjects aged 2 years and above.