Packing or not? study questions routine abscess care
NCT ID NCT02822768
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether packing a skin abscess after draining it is really needed. About 196 adults who need an abscess drained will be followed to see if skipping packing leads to more infections, extra procedures, or hospital visits. The goal is to find out if the common practice of packing is necessary for healing.
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Community Regional Medical Center
RECRUITINGFresno, California, 93701, United States
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