Evaluation of the 755nm Alexandrite Laser for the Treatment of Scars
Status: | Completed |
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Conditions: | Cosmetic |
Therapuetic Areas: | Dermatology / Plastic Surgery |
Healthy: | No |
Age Range: | 18 - 85 |
Updated: | 4/21/2016 |
Start Date: | June 2012 |
End Date: | May 2014 |
Evaluate the safety and efficacy of removing unwanted scars using a 755nm Alexandrite laser.
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Is a healthy male or female between 18 and 85 years old.
2. Has unwanted scars (including atrophic, hypertrophic, hyper or hypo pigmented,
erythematous )and wishes to undergo laser treatments to remove or improve them.
3. Is willing to consent to participate in the study.
4. Is willing to comply with all requirements of the study including being photographed,
following post treatment care and attending all treatment and follow up visits
Exclusion Criteria:
1. Is hypersensitive to light exposure.
2. Has active localized or systemic infection.
3. Is taking medication(s) for which sunlight is a contraindication.
4. Has a history of squamous cell carcinoma or melanoma.
5. Has a history of keloid scarring.
6. Has used oral isotretinoin (Accutane®) within 12 months of initial treatment or plans
on using during the course of the study. Note: Skin must regain its normal degree of
moisture prior to treatment.
7. Has a history of immunosuppression/immune deficiency disorders (including HIV
infection or AIDS) or use of immunosuppressive medications.
8. Is female and pregnant, has been pregnant within the last 3 months, is currently
breast feeding or planning a pregnancy during the study period.
9. Is allergic to lidocaine, tetracaine or Xylocaine with epinephrine.
10. Has any other reason determined by the physician to be ineligible to participate in
the study.
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