Does Iranian Astragalus gossypinus honey assist in healing caesarean wounds and scars

Abstract Introduction This study investigates the effect of Iranian Astragalus gossypinus honey on healing casesarean operation wounds and scars. Methods A prospective randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 130 women who had required a caesarean operation. They were randomized into three groups treated in honey, placebo and control groups. The REEDA scale on the 10th and Vancouver Scar Scale on the 40th post caesarean days were used to assess overall healing and scar healing, respectively. Results The mean healing and scar scores in honey, placebo and control groups on 10th and 40th postoperation days were not significantly different. Conclusions The findings do not support the use of Iranian A. gossypinus honey for accelerated wound healing nor does it have a prophylactic impact on scars.