Comparing two types of stitches for skin surgery on head or neck
Part of Injuries & trauma, Skin clinical trials.
This study compares two different ways of stitching up surgical cuts on the head or neck to see which method leads to better healing and fewer complications. If you are having skin surgery on your head or neck and the cut will be closed directly, this trial might be a fit for you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for a skin surgery on your head or neck where the cut will be closed directly (no skin graft or flap).
- The surgical cut is expected to be at least 3 centimeters long (about 1.2 inches).
- You can come back for a follow-up visit after the surgery.
- You are not currently pregnant.
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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