Dressing Methods in Inoperable Malignant Wounds

This randomized controlled study aimed to evaluate symptom burden and quality of life in oncology patients with inoperable malignant wounds. Patients were assigned to receive either polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB)-containing dressings or paraffin-based tulle dressings. Symptom severity and quality of life were assessed over a three-month follow-up period using standardized measures, including the Edmonton Symptom Assessment Scale (ESAS). The study primarily focuses on palliative outcomes rather than wound healing.

NCT Number	NCT07556146
Lead Sponsor	Sakarya University Collaborators: Sakarya University Education and Research Hospital
Conditions	Inoperable Malignant Wounds
Enrollment	31 participants
Start Date	2023-12-30
Primary Completion	2024-06-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-06-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-04-29