Collagen pills tested for better scar healing
NCT ID NCT06787924
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether taking oral collagen supplements can increase collagen in the skin of people who had weight-loss or tummy-tuck surgery. 102 participants received either collagen peptides or a placebo for several weeks. Researchers then compared skin biopsies and scar quality to see if the supplement made a difference.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bovine collagen peptides
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple supplement to improve skin healing and scar quality after surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with no phase designation, so results may not be conclusive. Collagen supplements are not regulated like drugs and may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
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Facility Name: The surgical department of Medical Research Institute Hospital, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Facility
Alexandria, Egypt