The use of topical antibacterial skin ointment (TASO) in the management of soft tissue wounds: A randomised controlled trial

INTERVENTION: Antibacterial ointment (TASO) vs placebo vs no ointment ‐ A randomised controlled trial CONDITION: Injury, Occupational Diseases, Poisoning: Wound healing ; Injury, Occupational Diseases, Poisoning ; Wound healing PRIMARY OUTCOME: At review for suture removal the wounds would be assessed for healing. At a subsequent review, the wound would be assessed for cosmesis. The groups would be compared and the best treatment modality ascertained. SECONDARY OUTCOME: Not provided at time of registration INCLUSION CRITERIA: Patients with facial lacerations requiring suture