Bridging the Healing Gap: A Single-Blind Clinical Trial Assessing the Efficacy of Carboxy-gel in Reducing Bruising and Pain Post-Liposuction

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the use of CO2 Lift to reduce bruising and pain after liposuction in this randomized, controlled, single-blind clinical trial. The study aims to determine if CO2 Lift lessens bruising at 7 days post-surgery and how it affects patient-reported pain and satisfaction. The trial compares CO2 Lift with a placebo (Vaseline) applied to different body areas during liposuction procedures. Participants receive CO2 Lift applied to one arm, one glute, or one half of the lower abdomen, while the contralateral area receives Vaseline as a control. The applications occur immediately after surgery, 12 hours later, and then once daily for 3 to 5 days depending on skin risk. This comparative contralateral design allows each participant to serve as their own control. During the study, researchers will collect baseline sociodemographic and surgical data, pain scores using a Visual Analogue Scale, and patient satisfaction scores with the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale at least 3 months postoperatively. Postoperative follow-up includes photographic assessments of bruising at 24 hours, 3 days, and 7 days using ImageJ software. Safety and adverse events will also be monitored throughout the trial, which runs until December 2025.

Bridging the Healing Gap: A Single-Blind Clinical Trial Assessing the Efficacy of Carboxy-gel in Reducing Bruising and Pain Post-Liposuction