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Subcision + Suction for Acne Scars
N/A
Waitlist Available
Led By Murad Alam, MD
Research Sponsored by Northwestern University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Have bilateral rolling acne scars
Subject has the willingness and ability to understand and provide informed consent for the use of their tissue and communicate with the investigator.
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline and 4 months
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial will compare the effects of a standard acne treatment to the same treatment plus suction on acne scars.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 in good health with bilateral rolling acne scars. Participants must understand and consent to the study's use of their tissue. It excludes those under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, anyone unable to consent, people with mental illness, recent Accutane users, and those prone to severe scarring.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study aims to see if combining standard treatment (subcision) for acne scars with suction improves outcomes compared to subcision alone. Subcision involves breaking up scar tissue beneath the skin; suction may enhance this effect.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects could include temporary redness, swelling at the treatment site, bruising from subcision or suction procedures, and a risk of additional scarring or infection.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I have acne scars on both sides of my face that are deep and rolling.
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I am willing and able to give permission for my tissue to be used and can communicate with the research team.
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I am in good overall health.
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I have acne scars on both sides of my face that are deep and rolling.
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I have deep acne scars on both sides of my face.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline and 4 months
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline and 4 months
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in acne scarring compared to baseline after treatments
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Subcision & SuctionExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Standard treatment for acne scars followed by suction.
Group II: SubcisionActive Control1 Intervention
Standard treatment for acne scars only
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Suction
2020
N/A
~110
Subcision
2010
N/A
~60
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Northwestern UniversityLead Sponsor
1,576 Previous Clinical Trials
911,902 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Acne Scars
29 Patients Enrolled for Acne Scars
Murad Alam, MDPrincipal InvestigatorNorthwestern University
69 Previous Clinical Trials
2,560 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Acne Scars
29 Patients Enrolled for Acne Scars
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have acne scars on both sides of my face that are deep and rolling.I am willing and able to give permission for my tissue to be used and can communicate with the research team.I am 18 years old or older.I have not used Accutane in the last 6 months.You must be in good physical condition.I am 18 years old or older.I am under 18 years old.I am willing and able to give permission for my tissue to be used and to communicate with the research team.I understand the study details and can give informed consent.I am 18 years old or older.I am in good overall health.I have acne scars on both sides of my face that are deep and rolling.I have deep acne scars on both sides of my face.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Subcision
- Group 2: Subcision & Suction
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
Illinois
Minnesota
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
3+
Why did patients apply to this trial?
I have tried 1 drug and 3 treatments that didn’t work. I would like to have more self esteem as I lack due to my facial acne scarring.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
I have tried microneeding, TCA Cross, TCA peels and my scars hasn’t improved to my satisfaction. I suspect that my scars are tethered and subcision would help. I have tried subcision in the past. However, I haven’t tried it with suctioning.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
What questions have other patients asked about this trial?
how many visits will it be and approximately how long for each visit?
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
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