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Age: 18Years - 65Years
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Comparison of the Effects of Liquid Vaseline and Olive Oil on Itching and Scarring in Scald Burns

Led by Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University · Updated on 2024-08-02

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What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying the effects of liquid petroleum jelly and extra virgin olive oil on itching and scarring in patients who have suffered scald burns. These burns can cause complications such as itching, hypertrophic scars, sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression, and decreased quality of life. The study aims to provide evidence on managing post-burn itching and hypertrophic scarring, which are common and troubling complications during the wound-healing process. Current treatment options have limited evidence, and no prior scientific studies have evaluated these two moisturizers specifically for burn-related symptoms. Participants will be randomly assigned to three groups: one applying liquid petroleum jelly, another applying extra virgin olive oil, and a control group receiving no application beyond standard institutional recommendations. Those in the treatment groups will massage 5-10 ml of the assigned product onto the burn area twice daily for three months, with application recorded in a follow-up form. Patients will be visited on the 15th day, and at the first, second, and third months to monitor progress. Throughout the study, patients will complete several assessments, including the 12-item itch severity scale and patient and observer scar assessment scales, with wound area photographs taken. Data will be collected at baseline, 15 days, and monthly up to three months. The research team will analyze the effects of the treatments on itching, dryness, hypertrophic scarring, and patient comfort. The total participation duration is approximately three months, with ongoing evaluation to help improve nursing care for burn patients.

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Brief Title

Comparison of the Effects of Liquid Vaseline and Olive Oil on Itching and Scarring in Scald Burns

Who Can Participate

Age: 18Years - 65Years
All Genders
Healthy Volunteers

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • Between the ages of 18-65
  • Have a total body burn area of less than 15% with 2nd degree scald burn
  • Completed treatment with no need for dressing and no open wounds
  • Have no allergies
  • Can read and write
  • Have no cognitive problems
  • Have no communication problems
  • Live in Ankara and volunteer to participate in the study
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Burns on the face and neck
  • Dermatologic diseases or use of antihistamines
  • Patients who do not want to continue the study
  • Development of allergic reaction during follow-up
  • Starting treatment for itching during follow-up
  • Applying less than 20% of the assigned product (less than 36 applications out of 180) during the 3-month follow-up period

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 visit (in-person)

Treatment

Duration - 3 months

Participants apply either liquid vaseline or extra virgin olive oil twice a day for 3 months to their burn area, or receive no intervention other than routine care recommendations. Applications are recorded by participants.

Visits on Day 15, Month 1, Month 2, and Month 3 after starting application

Trial Site Locations

Total: 1 location

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Ankara Bilkent City Hospital

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye), 06800

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Research Team

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Nuray Çetintaş

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Sema Koçaşlı, Prof Asst Dr

How is the study designed?

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Masking

NONE

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Model

PARALLEL

Primary Purpose

PREVENTION

Number of Arms

3

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