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Current Research Studies

Outcomes of Pediatric Syndactyly Reconstruction Using Skin Graft Versus Skin Graft Substitute

Syndactyly Reconstruction - CoULD Registry

Phase: Early Phase I

What is the goal of the study?

To assess clinical and patient satisfaction outcomes of simple syndactyly reconstruction in children using hyalomatrix versus full thickness skin graft.

Who can participate in the study?

Patients between the ages of 0-17 who are consented and already enrolled in the CoULD registry, and patients who enroll as a minor and reach age of majority. Patients diagnosed with simple or complex syndactyly who have undergone a skin graft or hyalomatrix surgery. Patients with at least two years post-op from any surgery on the affected extremity.

Study Team:

PI (Study Doctor): Suzanne Steinman
Study Team Member: Tolu Adebayo, [email protected]

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