New skin patch could make grafts more flexible and less scarred

NCT ID NCT02090361

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether adding a collagen-elastin dermal matrix to standard skin grafts improves skin flexibility and reduces scarring. 92 adults with skin loss from injury or surgery received either a graft with the matrix or a graft alone. The main goal was to measure skin foldability at one year.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
collagen-elastin dermal matrix
What this could lead to
If it works, this could make skin grafts more flexible and less scarred, improving appearance and function.
What could go wrong
This is a completed early-stage study with 92 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The matrix may not improve outcomes over standard grafts.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU d'Amiens

    Amiens, France

  • CHU de Caen

    Caen, France

  • CHU de Lille

    Lille, France

  • UH Rouen

    Rouen, 76031, France

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