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Postoperative Ozonated Oil Dressing After Open Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Randomized Pilot Trial
Sponsor: Nigde Omer Halisdemir University
Summary
This study looks at whether a special wound dressing containing ozonated oil can reduce early wound inflammation after open inguinal hernia surgery. Open inguinal hernia repair is a common operation, and although infection rates are low, many patients experience redness, swelling, tenderness, or discomfort at the surgical site during the first days after surgery. Participants undergoing elective open inguinal hernia repair will be randomly assigned to receive either an ozonated oil-impregnated dressing or a standard sterile dressing after the operation. The main outcome is the level of wound inflammation measured on the third day after surgery. Other outcomes include wound temperature, pain levels, cosmetic healing, and wound-related problems during the first 30 days. The ozonated oil used in this study is a CE-certified medical product that is already used in routine wound care. This pilot study aims to provide preliminary data to help determine whether ozonated oil dressing may improve early wound healing compared with standard care.
Official title: Effect of Postoperative Ozonated Oil Dressing on Early Wound Inflammation After Open Mesh Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Prospective Randomized Pilot Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 75 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-02-10
Completion Date
2026-05-31
Last Updated
2026-02-11
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
ozonated oil
Ozonated oil-impregnated sterile gauze is applied topically to the surgical incision immediately after skin closure. The dressing is changed once daily for the first 48 hours postoperatively, followed by standard wound care according to institutional routine.
Standard Sterile Dressing
A standard sterile dry dressing is applied to the surgical incision after skin closure and removed within 24-48 hours postoperatively. Subsequent wound care is continued according to routine institutional practice.
Locations (1)
Dr. Ali Rıza Erdoğan Private Practice Office
Niğde, Niğde Province, Turkey (Türkiye)