ATROPHIC ACNE SCARS
Conditions
Brief summary
Microneedling with topical INSULIN is a simple, effective tool for building body's new collagen layers and thus an alternative to all erosive techniques such as lasers, peels. The skin responds to fine punctures with the release of growth factors. 8 It is a safe procedure that can be performed in the office without complications, with a good cost-benefit because it is economically viable without any effect on patient's daily activities. 9
Interventions
DRUGPRP( platelet rich plasma) and Insulin human
Microneedling with autologus PRP reduces inflammationin acne scars. Insulin human is a new topical drug which is used nowadays for acne scars as it is more effective in producing collagen formation as well as new blood vessel formation
Sponsors
Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
20 Years to 50 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* postacne atrophic scars ≥ 2 on Goodman and Baron's acne scar-grading system * Either gender. * Age 20-50 years.
Exclusion criteria
* lactation and pregnancy * skin cancers and infection * photosensitivity like SLE ,XP * use of RETINOIDS in last 6 months.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Efficacy of Topical Insulin R with microneedling versus Platelets rich plasma in atrophic acne scars | Efficacy will be assesed upto 4 months. | Efficacy will be assessed by using Goodman and Baron Qualitative Scar Grading System |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed