Overview
To compare the rate of wound complications with the PICO dressing versus a standard nonstick gauze dressing in patients undergoing anterior total ankle arthroplasty.
Description
Participating subjects will be randomized to one of the study groups: Group 1 (Control group) or Group 2 (Treatment group). If randomized to Group 1- after surgery, the doctor will apply the standard non-stick gauze dressing to the wound. If randomized to Group 2- after surgery, the doctor will apply the PICO dressing to the wound.
The goal of the study is to measure the rate of wound complications based on wound assessment, patient-reported outcomes surveys, as well as peri- and post-operative data.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Patient ≥18 years old
- Subjects undergoing total ankle arthroplasty or uncomplicated revision total ankle arthroplasty
- Subjects able to provide informed consent
- Subjects who are able to understand and comply with study visit schedule and procedures
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of previous deep infection or history of wound complication necessitating plastic surgery intervention
- Allergy to products used in the study
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women due to anesthesia risks
- Subjects with a known history of poor compliance with medical treatment
- Subjects who decline participation in this research study
- Prisoners