Stitch showdown: which suture keeps groin wounds safer?
NCT ID NCT06990425
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two different stitch materials (PDS and Vicryl) for closing groin incisions after planned vascular surgery. About 259 adults will be randomly assigned to one stitch type or the other. The goal is to see which material leads to fewer wound problems.
What this could mean
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Active substance
suture material (PDS or Vicryl)
What this could lead to
If one suture material works better, it could reduce groin wound complications after vascular surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial comparing two common materials, so the difference may be small or not apply to other hospitals.
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Cleveland Clinic
RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States
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