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RCT: Larval Debridement Therapy Versus Sharp Debridement to Remove Biofilm From Chronic Lower Extremity or Diabetic Foot Ulcers
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Larval Debridement Therapy and Bedside Sharp Debridement for Lower Extremity or Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Bacterial Infection. Completed, enrolled 45 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
This is a prospective study of Veterans with chronic lower extremity or diabetic foot ulcers who will be randomized to either a Larval Debridement Therapy group (Biobags every 4 days x 2 applications) or a Sharp Debridement Therapy group (standard or control weekly x 2) during an 8 day study period.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
small sterile mesh bags containing live maggots placed into an open chronic wound to remove necrotic tissue and bacterial biofilm
The use of a sharp clinical instrument (currette, scalpel, scissors, forceps) by a qualified clinician to remove necrotic tissue and bacterial biofilm from an open chronic wound