Controlling Malodour In Fungating Wounds Using A Cinnamon-Based Dressing: Observational Study
Wound
About this trial
This is an interventional supportive care trial for Wound focused on measuring Malodorous wound, Quality of life, Patient and Investigator discomfort
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patient > 18 years old with malodorous fungating wounds Discomfort > 40/100 expressed by the patient); Patients who have capacity to consent; Patients who are cognitively able and willing to participate; Patients who have a good command of the English language. Exclusion Criteria: Patient with pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic feet ulcers; Terminally ill patients whose life expectancy is less than the duration of the protocol; Patients having had metronidazole treatment for fewer than 3 days before enrolment in the study; Patients who are unable or willing to participate; Anosmic patient (with no sense of smell); Patient with cinnamon allergy; Persons deprived of their liberty or under guardianship; Unable to take part in study procedures for whatever reason; Pregnant or lactating women.
Sites / Locations
- The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
Cinnamon