Scar
Conditions
Keywords
post surgical or post traumatic scar on face or scalp
Brief summary
The goals of this study will be to compare the safety and efficacy of fractional photothermolysis (Fraxel) with dermabrasion when used for scar revision.
Detailed description
Post traumatic and post surgical scar resurfacing is a common reason for patient visits to dermatologists and plastic surgeons. The Fraxel Laser is a new FDA cleared treatment for textural irregularities of the skin. There have been no studies examining the efficacy of Fraxel specifically for scar resurfacing though it is being used in clinical practice as its clearance was given under hte umbrella of coagulation of soft tissue. Dermabrasion is the gold standard for scar resurfacing and provides the criterion against which Fraxel therapy should be measured.
Interventions
PROCEDURElaser and standard diamond fraise dermabrasion
standard dermabrasion, CO2 laser resurfacing
Sponsors
University of Minnesota
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
* post surgical or post traumatic scar on face or scalp * age 18 or older * able to read and comprehend English * Willing to follow treatment schedule and post treatment care requirements * signed informed consent form * Fitzpatrick skin type I-III
Exclusion criteria
* known photosensitivity * taken any medications known to induce photosensitivity in previous three months * taken accutane within past 12 months * pregnant or nursing * currently on topical or oral antibiotics * immunocompromised status * skin type IV or greater
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| safety and efficacy of fractional photothermolysis | Post Surgery | compare the safety and efficacy of fractional photothermolysis (Fraxel) with dermabrasion when used for scar revision. |
Outcome results
None listed