Conservative Management of Cutaneous Abscess

Summary

This is a single center non-blinded randomized trial of topical anesthetic cream to usual care (warm compresses and time) for superficial, non-perianal abscesses in children under 18 years of age. The primary outcome is time to spontaneous drainage. The secondary outcomes are return to emergency room/hospital/care provider and need for incision and drainage. Information on patient experience using standardized patient reported outcome measures for health-related quality of life will also be gathered. The findings of this study will provide more robust evidence of the benefit of this treatment including a potential reduction in cost and allow for more widespread dissemination.

Timeline

Start

2025-01

Primary completion

2026-01

Completion

2027-01

Outcome

Outcome not reported

Stopped (Enrollment): “Unable to recruit”

Drugs

Indications