Clinical Trial

Effect of Boric Acid Wet Dressing on Postpartum Perineal Healing and Pain

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Summary
Perineal trauma, including episiotomy and first- or second-degree perineal tears, is a common postpartum condition associated with pain and delayed wound healing after vaginal birth. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of boric acid wet dressing on postpartum perineal wound healing and pain compared with normal saline wet dressing and routine perineal care. Ninety-one women with perineal trauma are randomly assigned to one of three study groups. The primary outcome is perineal wound healing assessed using the REEDA Scale. Secondary outcomes include general and activity-related perineal pain assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS).
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07748182
Lead Sponsor Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi
Conditions Perineal Trauma, Episiotomy, Episiotomy Wound, Perineal Pain, Perineal Laceration, Healing
Enrollment 91 participants
Start Date 2025-01-10
Primary Completion 2026-06-26 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-06-26 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-08-05