Burns : journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Suprathel, a new skin substitute, in the management of donor sites of split-thickness skin grafts: results of a clinical study.
A prospective, randomized, two center clinical study was conducted to evaluate the impact on wound healing of Suprathel in donor sites of split-thickness skin grafts. Suprathel represents an absorbable, synthetic wound dressing with properties of natural epithelium. ⋯ Suprathel represents a solid, reliable epidermal skin substitute with impact on wound healing, patient comfort and ease of care. The material effectiveness contributes to the reduction of overall treatment costs.