Impact of antibiotics after surgery on scar healing
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at whether antibiotics given around surgery affect how scars heal. It might help doctors understand how to improve scar appearance for patients who had surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You had a surgery at Nanfang Hospital between 2005 and 2025 and have a straight-line scar.
- You went to the plastic surgery department at Nanfang Hospital for help with that scar.
- You have not had any medical visits at Nanfang Hospital since January 2025.
- Your surgical and medication records are clear and available.
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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