Dissolvable vs Non-Dissolvable stitches: which leaves a better scar on darker skin?
NCT ID NCT05408117
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two types of stitches (dissolvable fast gut and non-dissolvable polypropylene) to see which leads to less scarring and pigment changes in people with darker skin. Each participant's wound is split in half, with one stitch type on each side, and scarring is measured at 7–10 days and 3 months. The goal is to find the best option for better cosmetic results in skin of color.
What this could mean
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Active substance
suture type (dissolvable fast gut vs non-dissolvable polypropylene)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help doctors choose the best suture to reduce dark or uneven scars in people with darker skin.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 34 participants. Results may not apply to all scar types or body locations.
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UPMC Presbyterian
RECRUITINGPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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UPMC Shadyside Place
RECRUITINGPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232, United States
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UPMC St. Margaret
RECRUITINGPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15215, United States
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