Compare two stitches to close surgical wounds
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of dissolvable stitches to close wounds after abdominal (belly) surgery done through open surgery or small incisions. It aims to see which stitch option works better or is safer for healing and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are having abdominal surgery (open laparotomy or laparoscopic surgery), planned or emergency
- You are at least 18 years old
- You can understand and sign the consent form yourself (or are not unable to consent)
- You have no known allergy or strong past reaction to chlorhexidine
- No other health conditions are listed as reasons to be excluded
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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