Study of the 532 nm KTP Laser for the Treatment of Poikiloderma of Civatte (NCT01491620) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Study of the 532 nm KTP Laser for the Treatment of Poikiloderma of Civatte
United States24 participantsStarted 2011-11
Plain-language summary
This study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Excel V 532 nm KTP laser for the treatment of dyschromia of the neck and/or chest (poikiloderma of Civatte).
Who can participate
Age range35 Years – 65 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Fitzpatrick Skin Type I - III
* Clinical diagnosis of poikiloderma of Civatte affecting the neck and/or chest
* Willing to refrain from using topical corticosteroids, retinoids and bleaching agents on the treated area
* Agree not to undergo any other procedure for the treatment of poikiloderma of Civatte during the study
* Willing and able to read, understand and sign the Informed Consent Form
* Willing and able to adhere to the treatment and follow-up schedule and post-treatment care instructions
Exclusion Criteria:
* Any laser treatment on neck and/or chest within 12 months
* Any topical treatment on neck and/or chest within 6 months
* Pregnant and/or breastfeeding
* Infection, dermatitis or a rash in the treatment area
* Suffering from significant concurrent illness, such as Diabetes Mellitus or pertinent neurological disorders
* History of seizure disorders due to light, fibromyalgia, connective tissue disease, vitiligo, psoriasis, pigmentary disorders, keloid scarring, hypertrophic scarring or abnormal wound healing
* History of immunosuppression/immune deficiency disorders or currently using immunosuppressive medications
* Having a known anticoagulative condition or taking anticoagulation medications
* History of diseases stimulated by heat, unless treatment is conducted following a prophylactic regimen
* Having undergone any surgery in the treatment area within 6 months of treatment (or more if skin has not healed completely)
* History of radia…