WOUND HEALING

This study tests whether a gel containing a human growth factor (rhPDGF-BB) can help wounds heal faster after skin cancer removal on the head or neck. About 40 adults whose surgical wounds are too large to stitch closed will receive either the gel or a placebo. The goal is to see…

This study is checking if a special collagen wound dressing called HealiAid is safe for people who have had breast tumor surgery. About 60 participants will use the dressing after their tumor is removed, and they will be followed for one year. The researchers will look for any co…

This study tests whether a special gel (Nano Bio Fusion) helps heal wounds on the roof of the mouth after gum graft surgery. About 36 adults with gum recession will apply the gel or a placebo four times daily for four weeks. Researchers will measure wound size, pain, and inflamma…

This study tests whether a non-thermal (cold) plasma treatment can improve healing and reduce pain after thyroid surgery. About 26 adults having their thyroid removed will be randomly assigned to receive either standard wound care or the plasma treatment applied to the surgical a…

This study tests a special bandage (hydrocolloid dressing) placed right after eye-area surgery. It aims to see if the bandage works as well as the usual antibiotic ointment, but without the need for daily care. About 20 adults who have had Mohs surgery on the face will be followe…

This study tests whether OROXID mouthwash, which releases oxygen bubbles to clean the mouth, helps wounds heal faster after oral surgery like wisdom tooth removal. About 60 adults will use the mouthwash or a control and be checked for signs of healing like less redness and swelli…

This study tests if a special vacuum dressing (closed incision negative pressure therapy) helps wounds heal better after breast reduction surgery compared to a standard bandage. About 92 women will each have one breast treated with the special dressing and the other with a standa…

This study looks at how different strengths of laser light affect skin damage and healing. About 20 healthy women will receive two types of laser on their forearms. Researchers will measure skin color, moisture, and healing over 10 days to understand the best laser settings for f…

This study looks at how the jawbone changes right after a tooth is pulled and a bone graft is placed. Researchers want to see if the bone expands or stays the same width right after extraction, and how that affects bone size and shape four months later. The goal is to better unde…

This study looks at whether people who have had heart surgery can safely and effectively collect a swab from their chest wound at home. About 40 adults will try self-swabbing using a special kit and video guidance. The goal is to see if this approach is acceptable, safe, and coul…

This study follows 30 women aged 18-70 who are having DIEP flap breast reconstruction after breast cancer surgery. Researchers will take blood samples before and after surgery to measure markers of inflammation and stress. The goal is to learn more about how the body heals and to…