Multi-Wavelength Laser Tattoo Removal Pivotal Study
United States27 participantsStarted 2016-10
Plain-language summary
Multi-center study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an investigational version of the Cutera enlighten laser that offers multiple wavelengths for tattoo removal
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Female or Male, 18 to 65 years of age (inclusive).
* Fitzpatrick Skin Type I - VI.
* Target tattoo contains single or multi-color ink, and must include blue and/or green ink.
* Target tattoos must be older than 1 year.
* Target treatment area not to exceed 12 square inches.
* Subject must be able to read, understand and sign the Informed Consent Form.
* Must be willing and able to adhere to the treatment and follow-up schedule and post-treatment care instructions.
* Wiling to cover tattoos with a bandage or clothing; and/or have very limited sun exposure and use an approved sunscreen of SPF 50 or higher on the treated area starting 2 to 4 weeks before the treatment and/or every day for the duration of the study, including the follow-up period.
* Willing to have digital photographs taken of the treatment area and agree to use of photographs for presentation, educational or marketing purposes.
* Agree to not undergo any other procedure(s) for tattoo removal during the study (as applicable).
* Post-menopausal or surgically sterilized, or using a medically acceptable form of birth control at least 3 months prior to enrollment and during the entire course of the study, and no plans to become pregnant for the duration of the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Participation in a clinical trial of a drug or another device in the target area during the study.
* Target tattoo contains only black ink.
* History of allergic reaction to pigments following tattooing.
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Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Tattoo Clearing as Rated by Blinded Evaluator
Timeframe: 6 weeks post-final treatment, approximately 7 months after study start