Which stitch makes a better scar? new study splits wounds to find out

NCT ID NCT06448481

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study tests two different ways to close a wound after skin surgery to see which one leaves a better-looking scar. About 73 adults will have their wound split in half, with each side closed using a different stitching method. Three months later, doctors and patients will rate the scars to compare results.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University of California, Davis - Dermatology Department

    RECRUITING

    Sacramento, California, 95816, United States

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    Contact

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