CompletedNot Applicable

Autologous Plasma Gel Injection Versus Polydioxanone Cog Threads Insertion for the Treatment of Atrophic Post-acne Scars: a Split-face

Egypt20 participantsStarted 2023-01-01

Plain-language summary

Both male and female patients, with atrophic acne scars All patients underwent one session of subcision before receiving: A: cog PDO threads on one side of the face (one session). B: plasma gel on the other side (one session). Primary outcomes: clinical improvements reported by physicians. Secondary out come: satisfaction levels of patients.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: Patients over 18 years old, with atrophic acne scars on both sides of their faces of any severity. Exclusion Criteria: * patients with keloidal tendencies or bleeding disorders. * Participants with a history of recent isotretinoin use within 3 months * Patients who underwent any procedure for treatment of acne scars during the last 6 months.

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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?
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5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Clinical improvement

Timeframe: after 3 month of the procedure

Clinical improvement

Timeframe: after 3 month of the procedure

Clinical improvement

Timeframe: after 3 month of the procedure

Clinical improvement

Timeframe: after 3 month of the procedure

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06580691

SponsorSameh Sarsik

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-06-30

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.