Dissolvable mesh for belly healing after breast reconstruction
Part of Cancer, Skin, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a special dissolvable mesh placed in the belly area where tissue is taken for breast reconstruction. It may help the belly heal better and reduce pain or bulging at the donor site.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a DIEP flap breast reconstruction (using your own belly tissue).
- You are in generally good health (able to do most daily activities).
- You do not currently smoke.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is under 40.
- You have not had chemotherapy in the last 4 weeks, and your diabetes (if any) is well controlled.
- You are not pregnant, and you are not allergic to dissolvable stitches.
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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