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Could a gauze pad make scars less noticeable? new trial tests 'tie-over' trick
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a special gauze dressing (called a tie-over bolster) on top of regular stitches can reduce scarring after surgery on the head or neck. Sixty adults will have their wound closed normally, then half the wound gets the extra bolster. Doctors and patie…
Matched conditions: SCARRING
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Stitch showdown: which scar closure looks best?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two different ways to close skin wounds after surgery: one stitch placed under the skin and one through the skin. About 73 adults having skin procedures on their head, neck, trunk, or limbs will have half their wound closed with each method. After three months, d…
Matched conditions: SCARRING
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Stitch showdown: which suture technique leaves the best scar?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a locking stitch or a standard stitch reduces scarring better after surgery on the head or neck. Fifty adults will have their surgical wound split in half, with each side closed using a different method. Blinded reviewers and patients will rate the scars …
Matched conditions: SCARRING
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New study tests skin grafting to speed up scalp wound healing
Symptom relief Recruiting nowAfter Mohs surgery on the scalp, wounds are often left to heal on their own, which can take 8 weeks or more. This study tests whether a pinch graft—a thin piece of skin taken from the groin and placed in the wound—can help the wound heal faster. Researchers will compare healing t…
Matched conditions: SCARRING
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:22 UTC