Improving blood flow for better wound healing after ankle surgery
Part of Infections, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether applying a nitroglycerin ointment (which improves blood flow of the skin) helps with wound healing after certain high-risk foot or ankle surgeries. It uses a special camera to see how well blood is reaching the skin during surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and are having a specific type of ankle, heel, or leg fracture surgery.
- You can speak English and can understand the consent form.
- You do not have serious kidney problems.
- You are not allergic to nitroglycerin, iodine, or shellfish.
- You are not 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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