Glue may soothe Kids' mouth sores in one go

NCT ID NCT06742983

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

Summary

This study tested whether a special medical glue (isobutyl cyanoacrylate) can heal traumatic mouth ulcers in children better than standard treatments. Thirty children were split into three groups: one got the glue applied once, another got a chlorhexidine gel twice daily, and the third got saline rinses five times a day. Researchers measured pain and ulcer size on days 1, 5, and 9 to see which approach worked best.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

isobutyl cyanoacrylate high viscous solution (a medical glue)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a quick, one-time treatment for painful mouth ulcers in children, reducing the need for repeated applications.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early study with only 30 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The glue is not a standard treatment and may not heal ulcers faster than simpler options.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ulcer disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Suez Canal University

    Ismailia, Egypt