Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy for Burn Scars
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy for burn scars?
Is pulsed dye laser therapy safe for treating scars?
How is Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy different from other treatments for burn scars?
Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy (PDL) is unique because it uses a specific wavelength of light to target blood vessels in the skin, which can help reduce redness and improve the appearance of hypertrophic (raised) scars. Unlike some other treatments, PDL is non-invasive and can be precisely controlled to minimize damage to surrounding skin.2491011
What is the purpose of this trial?
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.
Research Team
S Logsetty, MD
Principal Investigator
University of Manitoba
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals with skin types Fitzpatrick I-III who have burn scars aged one to six months and live in Winnipeg. It's not suitable for those with open wounds, active infections, prior steroid or interferon scar treatments, or a tendency towards keloid scarring.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive pulsed dye laser therapy to assess its effects on burn scar height, texture, vascularity, and pliability
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy
Pulsed Dye Laser Therapy is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
- Port wine stains
- Hemangiomas
- Rosacea
- Telangiectasias
- Keloids
- Hypertrophic scars
- Acne scars
- Burn scars
- Port wine stains
- Hemangiomas
- Rosacea
- Telangiectasias
- Keloids
- Hypertrophic scars
- Acne scars
- Burn scars
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Manitoba
Lead Sponsor