CompletedPhase 4

Pain Control for Laser Epilation in Pilonidal Disease

United States20 participantsStarted 2024-11-01

Plain-language summary

It's unclear if the application of topical lidocaine prior to laser follicle ablation is effective in reducing discomfort from the procedure. This study will use a doubly blinded case-control model to evaluate pain scores after the procedure comparing topical lidocaine to placebo.

Who can participate

Age range16 Years – 30 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: undergoing laser follicle ablation for pilonidal disease and expected to need at least 2 more treatments - Exclusion Criteria: Unwilling to consent, not expected to need at least 2 more laser follicle ablations, not a candidate for laser \-

What they're measuring

Pain related to laser follicle ablation

Timeframe: 5 minutes

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06640946

SponsorDavid Mooney

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-05-01

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