Incision and drainage vs punch debridement for hidradenitis suppurativa abscesses
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to drain painful abscesses caused by hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a skin condition that causes lumps under the skin. The goal is to see which method is more effective and helps you heal faster.
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Who can take part
- You are 16 years old or older
- You have been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)
- You have an abscess that needs to be drained and is 5 centimeters or smaller
- You are willing to come back for follow-up visits
- You are not allergic to lidocaine (a numbing medicine) or adrenaline
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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