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CO2 Laser Treatment for Burn Scars
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Research Sponsored by Medstar Health Research Institute
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Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 2 months
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Study Summary
This trial will test whether laser surgery can improve the appearance of scars from burn wounds.
Who is the study for?
Adults over 18 with second or third degree burn wounds treated with skin grafts can join this trial. They must have a donor site scar of at least 4x4 inches and be able to visit the clinic for treatments and check-ups. Those with recent infections, pregnancy, nursing, certain medical conditions like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome or AIDS, recent oral retinoid use, or poor nutrition affecting healing cannot participate.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing fractional CO2 laser therapy on scars from burns that were left to heal naturally or treated with skin grafts. Half of each patient's donor site will receive standard care while the other half gets standard care plus laser treatment. The effects on scars will be observed and compared.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects from fractional CO2 laser therapy may include temporary redness, swelling at the treatment area, changes in skin coloration, discomfort during the procedure, and a risk of scarring or infection.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 2 months
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~2 months
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Comparison of Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale, VSS, and Delfin Instruments
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Factional CO2Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Scar section receives fractional CO2 laser therapy.
Group II: Standard of CareActive Control1 Intervention
Scar section does not receive CO2 laser therapy.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Fractional CO2 Laser
2008
Completed Phase 4
~20
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Medstar Health Research InstituteLead Sponsor
189 Previous Clinical Trials
115,548 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Burn Scars
80 Patients Enrolled for Burn Scars
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.You have a medical history of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome or AIDS.You have used oral retinoid medication in the last 6 months.The doctor thinks that your body lacks important nutrients that are necessary for healing wounds.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Standard of Care
- Group 2: Factional CO2
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.
Are there openings remaining in this experiment?
"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov attests to the fact that this medical trial, first published on January 21st 2020 and recently modified August 17th 2022, is actively recruiting 25 individuals across a single centre."
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How many participants is the trial recruiting?
"Affirmative, according to the information posted on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is presently recruiting patients. The study was initiated on January 21st of 2020 and recent updates were made in August 17th 2022. This research demand 25 participants at a single site."
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