Cleaning solution for infected leg ulcers
Part of Heart & circulation, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests a new cleansing solution called VASHE to see if it helps heal leg ulcers that show signs of heavy bacteria, compared to a standard saltwater solution. If you qualify, you'll use the solution along with compression therapy, and it may help reduce infection and improve healing.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You need to have a leg ulcer (open sore) caused by vein problems, and it must show at least 3 signs of inflammation, like pain or redness.
- You must have used compression therapy before and be willing to wear a two-layer compression bandage system for the whole study.
- The study ulcer must be at least 3 cm away from any other wound.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding, cannot have certain blood clot conditions, and cannot have taken antibiotics in the last 10 days.
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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