Health Condition 1: L708- Other acne
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Microneedling with topical insulin: Microneedling performed using dermapen (depth 1.5 2.5 mm based on scar type), followed immediately by topical application of regular insulin (1 unit
Sponsors
self
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.Adults aged 18 45 years 2.Patients with atrophic post-acne scars 3.Willingness to provide informed consent and comply with follow-up
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Age below eighteen years Active acne or rosacea or eczema or any facial dermatoses History of keloid formation History of bleeding disorders Hypersensitivity to lignocaine or insulin Immunocompromised patients Unrealistically high expectations Pregnant or lactating women History of herpes labialis or active herpes infection Patients who have received isotretinoin therapy within the past six months Use of chemical peels or laser treatments within the past four week
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Improvement in post acne scar severity assessed using goodman and baron qualitative and quantitative scar grading systemsTimepoint: 4 weeks 8 weeks 12 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1.Patient satisfaction score assessed using Likert scale. 2.Pain assessment using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). 3.Quality of life assessment using Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI)Timepoint: 1.12 weeks 2.Immediately after each sessions. 3.Baseline and 12 weeks | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactNethra J
Kirupanandha variyar medical college and Hospital
Outcome results
None listed