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NCT01176448 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Laser Resurfacing Versus Dermabrasion for Scar Revision
A NA study of Cicatrix and Dermabrasion, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 6
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT01176448: Completed NA study of Cicatrix and Dermabrasion, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
NCT01176448 is a NA study of Cicatrix and Dermabrasion that has completed, run by University of Minnesota. The registered enrollment target is 6 participants, below the 37-participant average among 4 other Cicatrix trials with a reported enrollment target (84% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01176448, a NA study of Cicatrix and Dermabrasion, has completed, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 6 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
Dermabrasion has been the historical standard used for resurfacing scars on the skin. Recently, fractionated laser therapy has been FDA approved for scar resurfacing. This study intends to compare dermabrasion versus fractionated laser therapy for scar resurfacing.
Primary Outcome
Erythema, edema, bleeding, and eschar after resurfacing were used as indicators of safety. Each was judged based on a 4 point ordinal scale 0=absent, 1=mild, 2=moderate, 3=severe.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DEVICE Fractionated laser
- DEVICE Dermabrasion
Study Locations (1)
Minnesota
- Zel Skin and Laser - Edina
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 6 participants |
| Start Date | 2010-04 |
| Est. Completion | 2010-09 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT01176448 record still lists
NCT01176448 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 6 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 37-participant average among 4 other Cicatrix trials with a reported enrollment target (84% lower).
The record links to 3 conditions, with Cicatrix appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Fractionated laser is the first listed.
NCT01176448 reports a single indexed study location in Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01176448 about?
NCT01176448 is a clinical study titled "Laser Resurfacing Versus Dermabrasion for Scar Revision". Dermabrasion has been the historical standard used for resurfacing scars on the skin. Recently, fractionated laser therapy has been FDA approved for scar resurfacing. This study intends to compare dermabrasion versus fractionated laser therapy for scar resurfacing.
What is the current status of trial NCT01176448?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 6 participants. The study started on 2010-04. Estimated completion is 2010-09.
What conditions does trial NCT01176448 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Cicatrix, Dermabrasion, Coagulation, Laser.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01176448?
The interventions under investigation include: Fractionated laser (DEVICE), Dermabrasion (DEVICE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01176448?
This trial is sponsored by University of Minnesota, which has 966 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT01176448 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Minnesota. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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