New synthetic skin patch tested for Hard-to-Heal wounds

NCT ID NCT04927702

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

Summary

This study tested a man-made skin substitute called Restrata for treating diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers. For diabetic foot ulcers, Restrata was compared to standard wound care. For venous leg ulcers, it was compared to a living cell-based skin substitute (Apligraf). The goal was to see if Restrata could help wounds close completely. The trial was terminated early and involved 48 participants.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Synthetic Hybrid-Scale Fiber Matrix (Restrata)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a new, off-the-shelf option for closing chronic wounds like diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers, potentially reducing healing time.

What could go wrong

The trial was terminated early with only 48 participants, so results are limited. Synthetic skin substitutes may not work as well as living cell-based treatments for all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Diabetic Foot ulcer of lower limbs Varicose Ulcer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Barry University

    Miami Beach, Florida, 33169, United States

  • Boston Medical Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States

  • Gundersen Health System

    La Crosse, Wisconsin, 54601, United States

  • ILD Research Center

    Vista, California, 92083, United States

  • Rush University Medical Center

    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

  • University of Florida - Jacksonville

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32209, United States