Can your own fat heal burn scars better?
NCT ID NCT06857435
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether using a person's own fat, combined with a skin graft, can improve tight scars from burns or injury better than standard skin grafting alone. Forty adults with scar contracture will receive either the new fat-plus-skin method or the usual full-thickness skin graft. The goal is to see if the new approach reduces scar size and improves healing.
What this could mean
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Active substance
fat graft (autologous adipose tissue)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a better way to treat tight, painful scars from burns or injury, potentially improving movement and appearance.
What could go wrong
This is a small early study with only 40 people, so results may not apply to everyone. Risks include infection, graft failure, or no improvement over standard care.
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Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States
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Presbyterian Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States
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