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Is the Use of a Steam Mask an Effective Treatment for Paediatric Chalazion in Comparison to Traditional Warm Compresses?

RecruitingNAAges 5 Years - 16 YearsAllUniversity of Sheffield
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Is the use of a steam mask an effective treatment for paediatric chalazion in comparison to traditional warm compresses? This study will aim to assess the difference between these two methods.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed chalazion (isolated or multiple). * Aged between 5 - \<16 years (reading age for participant information leaflets). * A minimum head circumference of 50cm. * Access to a microwave with a rotating plate. Exclusion Criteria: * Current or previous treatment including: triamcinolone acetonide injection and, incision and curettage. * Current treatment including: oral or topical antibiotics and/or topical steroids. * Other ocular co-morbidities (excluding blepharitis, meibomian gland dysfunction, and dry eye disease). * Dermatological diagnoses that contraindicate the use of heat on the face. * Suspicious lesion with abnormal surrounding tissue that requires further investigation.
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What it tests

  • Steam device
  • Warm Compress
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Where

1 site
University hospitals of Sheffield Trust
Sheffield, United Kingdom
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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