The purpose of this study is to determine the extent to which Keramatrix dressing promotes the healing of second-degree burn wounds in pediatric patients.
Efficacy in promoting wound healing will be determined through comparison to Mepilex, an established burn wound dressing.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Dressing for second degree burn
Dressing for second degree wound
Shriners Hospitals for Children
Galveston, Texas, United States
Wound Healing
Wound healing will be determined by measuring wound surface area. Wound surface area will be determined through planimetry, which will be performed on digital photographs of the wounds.
Time frame: Duration of hospital stay, an expected average of 0.75 days per every percent burn until wound heals
Infection rates
Subjects will be monitored for unusual occurences, including signs and symptoms of infection.
Time frame: Duration of hospital stay, an expected average of 0.75 days per percent burn until wound heals
Scarring
Scarring will be evaluated using the Vancouver Clinical Scar Scale. Assessments of graft pigmentation, vascularity, pliability and height will be performed at follow-up visits.
Time frame: 52 weeks up to 78 weeks
Pain
Pain will be assessed using pain scales according to age.
Time frame: duration of hospital stay, an expected average of 0.75 days per every percent burn until wound heals, up to 3 times a week during dressing changes
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.