Comparing CO2 and Thulium Lasers for Hyaluronic Acid Delivery in Aging Skin
In Vivo Visualisation of Hyaluronic Acid After CO2 Laser Compared to Thulium Laser Treatment
This study is testing whether using CO2 or thulium lasers to deliver hyaluronic acid can improve skin quality for healthy adults without the need for injections.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hamburg) |
| Trial ID | NCT06431282 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of delivering hyaluronic acid (HA) into the skin using two different laser treatments: CO2 laser and thulium laser. The goal is to assess the morphological cellular changes in the skin after HA delivery following these laser treatments, which may offer a less invasive alternative to traditional injection methods. By comparing the outcomes of both laser approaches, the study aims to determine which method provides better skin quality improvement with fewer side effects. Healthy male and female participants will be recruited for this interventional study.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy male and female patients seeking treatment for aging skin.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have open wounds in the treatment area will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective and less invasive method for improving skin quality in aging patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on laser treatments for skin rejuvenation, this specific comparison of CO2 and thulium lasers for HA delivery is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: \- healthy male and female patients Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy, breast feeding * open wounds at the area to be treated
Where this trial is running
Hamburg
- University Medical-Center Hamburg-Eppendorf — Hamburg, Germany (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.