Early vs late water exposure after skin surgery
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests whether getting the surgical wound wet earlier or later affects healing after skin surgery. If you're having a planned skin procedure, you may be able to join.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having a planned (not emergency) skin procedure, such as removing a mole, a skin cancer, or a biopsy.
- You are not on blood-thinning medications.
- You do not have a condition that weakens your immune system, like diabetes or pregnancy.
- Your surgery is not on a joint or a moist area like the mouth or nose.
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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