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Official title A Comparative Clinical Study to Assess Pain Score and Wound Healing Following Fractional Ablation With a DFG Laser and CO2 Laser
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06295471
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This research study aims assess whether the Difference Frequency Generation (DFG) laser could be a better alternative to the CO2 laser in terms of reduced side effects and patient downtime.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- people must be able and willing to provide written informed consent and comply with the requirements of the study protocol;
- people must be in good general health, based on answers provided during the screening visit;
- people must be able to read and understand English.
- people must be above the age of 18.
- people must have no history of skin conditions that affect the integrity of the skin barrier.
You likely can't join if
- Are pregnant or lactating;
- Have a history of drug or alcohol abuse or have reported habitual alcohol intake greater than 2 standard drinks per day [e.g., 2 beers, 2 glasses of...
- Are smoking or have a history of smoking;
- Presence of eczema, psoriasis, skin wounds or ulcers, or any other skin disease on the thighs;
- Have birth marks, tattoos, scars, or any other disfiguration of the skin in the skin area of interest;
- Presence of sunburn or tan in the treatment area;
See the full eligibility criteria
- people must be able and willing to provide written informed consent and comply with the requirements of the study protocol;
- people must be in good general health, based on answers provided during the screening visit;
- people must be able to read and understand English.
- people must be above the age of 18.
- people must have no history of skin conditions that affect the integrity of the skin barrier.
- Are pregnant or lactating;
- Have a history of drug or alcohol abuse or have reported habitual alcohol intake greater than 2 standard drinks per day [e.g., 2 beers, 2 glasses of wine, or 2 mixed drinks];
- Are smoking or have a history of smoking;
- Presence of eczema, psoriasis, skin wounds or ulcers, or any other skin disease on the thighs;
- Have birth marks, tattoos, scars, or any other disfiguration of the skin in the skin area of interest;
- Presence of sunburn or tan in the treatment area;
- Use of any topical application of retinoids in the area of interest or systemic retinoids in the past 6 months;
- Use of any prescription topical medication, such as corticosteroids or hydroquinone on the skin area of interest in the past 6 months;
- History of blood-clotting abnormality;
- History of keloid formation or hypertrophic scarring;
- History of allergic reaction to local anesthesia, aluminum chloride, and/or glycerol;
- Investigator, interfere with study evaluations or pose a risk to subject safety during the study;
- Exhibits any clinical conditions or takes any medication which in the opinion of the investigator may interfere with the study or pose a risk to subject safety during the study;
- Is not able to follow study protocol.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.