Negative pressure therapy for diabetic foot wounds
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether combining negative pressure wound therapy (a special dressing that uses gentle suction) can help diabetic foot wounds heal better after toe amputation. It is looking for people who have had their big or little toe removed and have adequate blood flow to the foot.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 21 and 100 years old.
- You have had an amputation of either your big toe or your little toe.
- You have good blood flow to your foot, either because tests showed minimal blockage or you had a procedure to fix it.
- You do not have a bone infection, an active wound infection, or wounds caused by vein problems or on your heel.
- You are not taking immune-suppressing medications and you are not allergic to fish.
- You are able to understand the study and give your permission to take part.
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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