Comparing two types of dressings for preventing pressure ulcers in cardiac surgery patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of polyurethane foam (Pink Pad) and Mepilex dressings in preventing pressure ulcers in patients undergoing cardiac surgery at King Abdullah Medical City. Both interventions will be applied in conjunction with standard care protocols, which include risk assessment using the Braden Scale. The study will evaluate the outcomes of each dressing type in terms of pressure ulcer prevention during surgical procedures. Participants will be monitored for their skin integrity and overall health status post-surgery.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Subjects ≥ 18.
* Willing to participate.
* Patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
* Patient who is at risk for PU development as measured with Braden scale.
* Patient who has skin intact and having a life expectancy greater than 72 hours as per clinical judgement.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subjects under 17
* Not consenting to participate
* Patients with suspected hypersensitivity reactions to any of the dressing formulation's ingredients.
* Patients who are unable to continue the study because of death or change in the care setting.

Where it's running

• King Abdulla Medical City in Holy capital
  Mecca, Western Reagan, Saudi Arabia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Wedian O. Almowallad / Head of Clinical Trial Department, Master
• Email: Almwlld.W@kamc.med.sa
• Phone: 012 5549999

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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.