Health Condition 1: L688- Other hypertrichosis
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Nil: Nil
Intervention2: Nil: Nil
Sponsors
Sanjana Yadav
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Adult females (more than 18 years of age) patients presenting to the Dermatology OPD with unwanted axillary hair, willing for laser hair reduction. Willing to undergo multiple treatment sessions and follow-up assessments. Patients who give informed consent for the study and photography.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients with photo-aggravated skin diseases and medical illness, e.g., systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) Presence of active cutaneous infections or dermatoses in the treatment area, e.g., dermatophytosis, Staphylococcal infections, psoriasis etc. Keloidal tendency. Pregnant or lactating women. Patients who have previously undergone laser treatment in axilla.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To assess the safety and efficacy associated with Vacuum-Assisted Laser delivery system. Timepoint: Baseline and after every visit, approximately 4 week intervals for minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 sessions | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To assess the safety and efficacy of Vacuum assisted laser and 9x9mm Chill tip diode laser. To assess patient satisfaction with each modality. To compare Pre and Post treatment Hair Count and Texture using Dermoscopy and Photographs with novel Gabor Filter software. To compare manual hair counts with AI/Software-based assessments in evaluating treatment outcomes. Timepoint: Baseline and after every visit, approximately 4 week interval | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Varsha Shetty
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Outcome results
None listed