Comparing picosecond and nanosecond lasers for tattoo removal
In Vivo Analysis of Tattoo Particles After Picosecond Laser Compared to Nanosecond Laser
This study is testing whether picosecond or nanosecond lasers work better for removing unwanted tattoos in healthy patients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hamburg) |
| Trial ID | NCT06431464 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to compare the effectiveness of picosecond and nanosecond laser treatments for unwanted tattoos by analyzing the morphological changes of tattoo particles and surrounding tissue in human skin. Healthy patients planning to undergo laser treatment for their tattoos will be included in the study. The study will utilize a multiphoton tomography system to measure the effects of both laser types on the skin. The findings could provide insights into which laser treatment is more effective for tattoo removal.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy individuals who are planning to have laser treatment for their unwanted tattoos.
Not a fit: Patients who have had prior laser treatment on their tattoos, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have open wounds in the treatment area may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify the more effective laser treatment for tattoo removal, leading to better outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While comparative studies on laser treatments exist, this specific analysis of morphological changes using advanced imaging techniques is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- healthy patients who plan a laser treatment of their unwanted tattoo/ tattoos at our department Exclusion Criteria: * laser pretreatment of their tattoos to be treated * pregnancy, breast feeding * open wound on the area to be treated
Where this trial is running
Hamburg
- University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf — Hamburg, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lynhda Nguyen, Dr. med.
- Email: l.ngyuen@uke.de
- Phone: +49 (0) 7410-0
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.