RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT01488240

The Role of Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy in the Management of Burn Scars


Sponsor

University of Manitoba

Enrollment

6 participants

Start Date

Nov 1, 2012

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects (good or bad) of pulsed dye laser treatment in burn scar height, texture, redness and pliability in acute burn injury.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests whether pulsed dye laser therapy can improve the appearance and texture of burn scars in their early stages of healing. Participants receive laser treatments and are monitored to track how scars improve over time. You may be eligible if: - You are 18 to 60 years of age - You have a burn scar that is 1 to 6 months old - You live in Winnipeg, Canada - Your skin type falls within Fitzpatrick scale I to III (lighter skin tones) You may NOT be eligible if: - Your wound is still open - You have an active skin infection at the scar site - You have previously had steroid injections or interferon treatment on the scar - You have a known tendency to form keloid scars Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

PROCEDUREpulsed dye laser

laser energy


Locations(1)

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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