Scar gel study for preventing thick scars
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a special gel designed to prevent raised, thick scars (hypertrophic scars) after surgery or injury. If you have a new scar from a C-section, breast implant, or clean cut, this study may help reduce scarring.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- Your scar is less than 30 days old.
- Your skin type is moderate to dark (types III to VI, meaning you tan easily).
- Your scar is from a C-section, breast implant incision, or a clean cut injury.
- You are not pregnant, do not have allergies to cosmetics, and are not using other products on the scar.
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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