Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 18 and up

Comparing Plurogel to standard dressings for burn injuries

Official title: A Between Patient, Pilot Randomized Controlled Study of Plurogel® Compared to Standard Topical Dressing in Burn Injuries

Run by University of Manitoba · NCT05000983 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether Plurogel works better than regular dressings for treating partial thickness burns by helping patients heal faster and reducing the need for surgery.

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Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment25 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Manitoba
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Winnipeg, Manitoba)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 20, 2021
Main results expectedNovember 30, 2028
Study endsDecember 31, 2029
Registry record updatedMay 14, 2026
Trial IDNCT05000983 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are individuals with partial thickness burns on the face or unilateral limbs requiring hospitalization.

Probably not a fit

Patients with total burn surface area greater than 30% or full thickness burns will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of Plurogel compared to standard antibiotic topical dressings in patients with partial thickness burns. The study aims to determine if Plurogel can reduce the need for surgical debridement and improve healing outcomes. Participants will be monitored for their recovery process, including pain management and healing time. The trial is designed to gather data on the safety and efficacy of Plurogel in treating burn injuries.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved healing and reduced surgical interventions for patients with burn injuries.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored similar adjuncts for burn treatment, but definitive improvements have not been established in randomized controlled trials.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Persons with partial thickness face burns or unilateral limb burn injuries requiring admission.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Total burn surface area (TBSA) \>30%.
* Burn depth full thickness or deeper on initial assessment.
* Prior excision at another healthcare centre.
* Patients with pre-existing malnutrition
* Electrical, chemical or other unusual burn etiologies

Where it's running

  • University of Manitoba
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.