Negative-pressure dressing test for fibula flap donor skin graft
Part of Cancer, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a special suction dressing (negative pressure) helps healing at the skin-graft donor site for people getting a fibula free flap. It may reduce complications and improve how the graft takes, compared with standard care.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You are scheduled to receive a fibula free flap with a skin paddle
- Your surgeon believes you need a skin graft to close the donor site at the same time as the flap
- You can sign informed consent (you agree to join the study)
- You do not have an allergy to the suction dressing (PICO) components
- There is no infection or skin problem at the donor area that would prevent sealing the dressing
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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