N/A
N=18
Multiplex Laser vs. PDL (Pulsed Dye Laser ) in the Treatment of Surgical Scars
Scar
Bottom Line
View on ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT02472405 ↗Enrolled (actual)
18
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Aug 2018
Primary outcome: Primary: POSAS (The Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale) Measure — 2.5; 2.5; 2.5 Score
Study Design & Population
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- N/A
- Interventions
- 595/1064nm Multiplex Laser (Device); 595nm PDL (Device)
- Age
- Adult, Older Adult · 18+ yrs
- Sex
- All
- Sponsor
- University of Miami
- Primary completion
- Nov 2016
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY POSAS (The Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale) Measure |
2.5; 2.5; 2.5 | — |
Summary
This study aims to determine if the 595nm Pulsed dye laser, the combined 595/1064nm Multiplex laser or no treatment results in a better outcome in the quality of the surgical scar using the multiplex cynergy laser, starting treatment the day of suture removal.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Fitzpatrick skin types 1-3
- Suture line should be at least 3 cm long
Exclusion Criteria
- The patient should not be receiving any alternate systemic, topical or intralesional treatment of the scars during the study
- Pregnant or lactating females
- Fitzpatrick skin type 4-6
- A history of keloids or hypertrophic scars
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT02472405). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication.