Fast vs. slow-dissolving stitches for large surgical wounds
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This study compares two types of stitches that dissolve at different speeds in people having skin surgery with larger cuts. Researchers want to see which type heals better and causes less tension on the wound.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your surgical cut must be at least 2 inches (5 cm) long
- Your wound must be clean and free from infection
- You must be able to read and sign a consent form yourself
- You're having a skin surgery where the doctor will close the wound with a straight-line stitch
- You can attend all follow-up appointments after surgery to have your wound checked
- The surgery can be on any part of your body
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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