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This is a randomised pilot study comparing conventional sutures (Vicryl and Monocryl) with antiseptic coated equivalents (Vicryl plus andf Monocryl plus) in elective breast surgery.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vicryl plus/Monocryl plus | Experimental | Vicryl plus and Monocryl plus is the active comparator arm. These are the "active" sutures, coated with triclosan antiseptic, being used in the closure of skin and subcutaneous tissues after breast cancer surgery. |
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| vicryl/monocryl | Placebo Comparator | "Plain" Vicryl or Monocryl suture currently the standard which are not coated with triclosan, serve as the control. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vicryl plus and Monocryl plus | Device | closure of skin and subcutaneous tissues |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| reduction of surgical site infection | 6-7 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| estimation time in hospital and return to work numbers of haematomas and seromas | 6-9 months |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Cardiff and Vale NHS Trust | Cardiff | Wales | CF14 4XN | United Kingdom |
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| ID | Term |
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| D013530 | Surgical Wound Infection |
| ID | Term |
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| D014946 | Wound Infection |
| D007239 | Infections |
| D011183 | Postoperative Complications |
| D010335 | Pathologic Processes |
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| wound closure with Vicryl and Monocryl | Device | wound closure skin and subcutaneous tissues |
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| D013568 |
| Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |