Health Condition 1: L438- Other lichen planus
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Fractional picosecond 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser: The following laser parameters will be used: fluence, 0.4-0.8 J/cm2
spot size, 8 mm
approximately 15–20% of pulse overlapping and 1-2 passes. The fluence will be increased on subsequent sessions based on the therapeutic response (pin-point bleeding) and patient tolerability. The expe
Sponsors
None listed
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.Male and female patients in the age group 18-65 years. 2.All patients who are clinically or histologically stable cases of lichen planus pigmentosus. Stability is defined as non-occurrence of new lesions or no increase in the size of existing lesions for the last 6 months. LPP of face or neck 3.Patients not on any other procedures for face/neck
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Clinically or histologically active LPP. 2.Patients on systemic treatments for LPP over the past 3 months. 3.Pregnant and lactating women. 4.Hepatic, renal, or any other systemic disease. 5.Patients with any other photosensitive disease or on medications increasing photosensitivity. 6.Patients with keloidal tendency. 7.Patients with unrealistic expectations.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To evaluate the efficacy of fractional picosecond 1064 nm ND:YAG laser in the treatment of Lichen planus pigmentosusTimepoint: After 6 months | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pigment Dilution will be assessed at baseline, and before every session 2, 4 and 6 months intervals using QuantifiCare LifeViz® Mini 3D imaging Subjective evaluation: Response to treatment in terms of clearance of pigmentation will be assessed by the dermatologist as follows: - Grade 1 to Grade IVTimepoint: After 6 months | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Chaithra Shenoy
CUTIS Academy of Cutaneous Sciences
Outcome results
None listed