Expert Consensus on the Use of Isotretinoin in Rejuvenation: A Delphi Study (NCT07296536) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Expert Consensus on the Use of Isotretinoin in Rejuvenation: A Delphi Study
Egypt15 participantsStarted 2026-01-25
Plain-language summary
This expert consensus project explores the role of low-dose isotretinoin as a rejuvenative and preventive strategy for photoaging and sebaceous-driven skin changes. While isotretinoin is traditionally used for acne, increasing clinical experience suggests that carefully selected micro-dose and low-dose regimens may improve skin texture, pore size, sebaceous activity, and overall skin quality, with potential benefits in skin aging and maintenance rejuvenation programs.
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Board-certified dermatologists or equivalent.
* 5 years clinical experience in dermatology.
Practical experience prescribing isotretinoin, including low- or micro-dose regimens for rejuvenation or acne.
Active engagement in clinical dermatology, teaching, research, or guideline development.
Willingness to participate in all Delphi rounds and provide informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Non-dermatology specialists.
Less than 5 years of clinical experience.
Lack of relevant isotretinoin experience.
Significant undisclosed conflict of interest with isotretinoin manufacturers.
Inability to participate in all Delphi rounds.
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?
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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.