The povidone-iodine group will receive applications of 10% povidone-iodine solution or gel directly on the wound area involving a gentle cleaning of the wound followed by the application of povidone-iodine left on for a brief period to maximize its antimicrobial action with treatment applied according to protocol frequency, such as twice daily or as clinically indicated, with close monitoring for any adverse reactions or signs of infection

The chlorhexidine group will receive applications of chlorhexidine solution, typically at a concentration of 0.5% to 2%, also following a gentle cleaning of the wound area before applying chlorhexidine, which will remain on the wound according to protocol guidelines with a similar frequency and monitoring approach to assess for antimicrobial effectiveness, wound healing progress, and potential skin irritation

The povidone-iodine group will receive a 10% povidone-iodine solution or gel applied directly to the wound after gentle cleaning, with the treatment applied according to a set frequency, typically twice daily. This antiseptic will be left on the wound for a brief period to enhance its antimicrobial action.

The Numerical Rating Scale is a pain assessment tool where patients rate their pain intensity on a scale from 0 to 10, with 0 indicating "no pain" and 10 representing "the worst possible pain." The interpretation of the scores is categorized into levels of pain severity: a score of 0-3 denotes mild pain, 4-6 indicates moderate pain, and 7-10 reflects severe pain. This categorization allows healthcare providers to gauge the patient's pain experience effectively, guiding treatment decisions and evaluating the efficacy of pain management strategies.

The EuroQol-5D is a standardized instrument for measuring health-related quality of life across five dimensions: mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. The results yield a single index score that typically ranges from -0.594 (worse than death) to 1 (optimal health). Scores are interpreted as follows: 0.0 signifies an average quality of life, 0.5 to 0.8 indicates moderate impairment, and 0.9 to 1.0 reflects high quality of life. These scores are essential for assessing the impact of interventions on patient quality of life.

The Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire assesses patient satisfaction with healthcare services, using a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 represents "very dissatisfied" and 5 indicates "very satisfied." Interpretation of the scores categorizes satisfaction levels: 1-2 denotes low satisfaction, 3 represents average satisfaction, and 4-5 indicates high satisfaction. Higher scores suggest improvements in service quality and patient care, providing valuable feedback for healthcare providers to enhance their practices.

This tool encompasses various metrics for evaluating wound characteristics, such as size, depth, and signs of infection. Interpretation of the results varies depending on the specific metrics used, but generally, a decrease in wound size and the absence of infection signs signify effective healing. Conversely, the presence of necrosis or an increase in wound size may indicate complications. Higher scores typically correlate with better healing outcomes, guiding clinicians in treatment decisions and monitoring progress.

Assesses symptoms of anxiety and depression using 14 items (7 for each subscale), each scored from 0 to 3. Scores range from 0 to 21 for anxiety and for depression, where 0-7 is normal, 8-10 indicates possible symptoms, and 11 or higher suggests a clinical disorder.