New dressing combo shows promise for stubborn leg ulcers

NCT ID NCT06007703

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether a special interactive dressing (UrgoStart Plus) used with compression bandages can help heal venous leg ulcers faster than standard dressings. Sixty adults with chronic leg ulcers were treated for up to 12 weeks. The goal was to see if the new dressing leads to complete healing and improves quality of life.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

UrgoStart Plus interactive dressing and Urgo KTwo multilayer compression bandages

What this could lead to

If successful, this combination could offer a more effective way to heal stubborn leg ulcers faster and improve patients' quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The dressing may not significantly improve healing compared to standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic venous insufficiency Leg Ulcer ulcer disease ulcer of lower limbs Varicose Ulcer venous insufficiency

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gloucestershire Royal Hospital

    Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3NN, United Kingdom