Closing wounds early vs. later after complicated appendix surgery
Part of Digestive system, Infections clinical trials.
This trial compares closing the surgical wound right away versus waiting a few days after an open appendectomy for a complicated appendix (perforated or gangrenous). It aims to find which method leads to fewer infections and better healing for patients in Yemen.
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Who can take part
- You are 12 years old or older.
- During surgery, the appendix was found to be perforated (burst) or gangrenous (dead tissue).
- You had open surgery for your appendix, not keyhole surgery.
- You are able to give consent (or have a parent/guardian do so for you).
- You can come back for a check-up 30 days after surgery.
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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