Acne Vulgaris
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to find out how effective and safe an experimental ultrasound device is for treating Acute Acne lesions.
Detailed description
Acne vulgaris is a disease that occurs when oil and dead skin cells clog the pores of the skin. When the skin's pores are clogged, red spots and bumps known as pimples are formed, usually on the face, neck, chest, and back. In adolescents and adults, acne vulgaris is commonly called acne. Many factors have been associated with acne. One of the factors is the increased production of fatty substances from an enlarged sebaceous gland (oil gland). The experimental ultrasonic device uses sound waves (called ultrasonic waves) to heat the acute acne lesion and the surrounding sebaceous (oil) glands deep in the skin without affecting the surface of the skin. We hope that heating the sebaceous glands will reduce their size and reduce the symptoms of inflamed acne. Using ultrasonic waves to treat acne is investigational. This is a pilot study. A pilot study is done on a small group of subjects to learn if the device will be effective and safe, before the device is used on a larger group of subjects.
Interventions
DEVICEultrasound
ultrasound exposure on acute acne lesions
Sponsors
Arizona State University
Study design
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* female or male subjects, * greater than 18 years age, * with acute acne on the face.
Exclusion criteria
* pregnancy, * concomitant skin diseases, * severe acne, * antibiotic therapy.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Time to clear acute acne lesions | 12 days |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed