Can a simple oil stop bedsores before they start?

NCT ID NCT07547254

First seen Apr 24, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a natural oil made from palmitoleic acid can prevent pressure injuries (bedsores) in hospital patients at high risk. Researchers will apply the oil to the skin and use special scanners to detect early signs of damage. The goal is to stop bedsores from forming and reverse early-stage harm.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200025, China

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