Eye drop may speed scalp wound healing after skin cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT07583862

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a topical eye drop called timolol can help surgical wounds on the scalp heal faster and look better after Mohs surgery. About 40 adults will either use timolol or standard wound care. Researchers will check healing and scar appearance at 4, 8, and 12 weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

topical timolol

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help scalp wounds heal faster and look better after Mohs surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial with only 40 people. The results may not apply to everyone, and timolol might not work better than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

severe cutaneous adverse reaction Surgical Wound

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Geisinger Dermatology Woodbine

    Danville, Pennsylvania, 17821, United States

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