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Direct effects of different irrigation solutions on wound healing
| Solution | Mean time for complete healing, days (sd) | p-value* |
|---|---|---|
| Normal saline | 7.82 (2.13) | N/A |
| Castile soap | 10.98 (3.54) | < 0.001 |
| Benzalkonium chloride | 12.16 (3.77) | < 0.001 |
| Bacitracin | 11.92 (4.11) | < 0.001 |
| EDTA | 7.62 (2.37) | 0.562 |
Significant differences (p < 0.05) versus normal saline were calculated using Student’s t-test
N/A, not applicable; EDTA, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
