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Optimizing Early Episiotomy Wound Healing

Sponsor: Hamad Medical Corporation

Summary

This randomized controlled trial compares hydrophilic methacrylate gel versus beta-sitosterol ointment for early episiotomy wound healing. A total of 107 women who underwent mediolateral episiotomy during vaginal delivery were allocated to receive either hydrophilic methacrylate gel (n=53) or beta-sitosterol ointment (n=54). Wound outcomes were assessed by trained observers blinded to treatment allocation and by patients at two time points approximately 12 days apart. The primary outcome was the REEDA score (Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Discharge, Approximation). Secondary outcomes included patient-reported pain, cosmetic appearance, satisfaction, perceived treatment effectiveness, ease of application, and likelihood of recommending treatment.

Official title: Optimizing Early Episiotomy Wound Healing: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Hydrophilic Methacrylate Gel Versus Beta-Sitosterol Ointment

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