Infrared Non-Cutting Laser Therapy for Acne

April 30, 2015 updated by: Jeffrey S. Orringer, University of Michigan

CoolTouch Non-ablative Laser Therapy for Acne Vulgaris

The purpose of this research project is to study the effect of non-ablative (non-cutting) laser therapy, a technique that uses laser energy to try to improve the appearance of the skin. In this study, we are interested in learning how well such a laser works to improve the symptoms of acne. The laser used in this particular study will be the CoolTouch II® laser, manufactured by ICN Photonics, Inc., and has not been FDA-approved for the treatment of acne.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

The purpose of this research project is to study the effect of non-ablative (non-cutting) laser therapy, a technique that uses laser energy to try to improve the appearance of skin. This type of laser treatment creates changes in a layer of the skin called the dermis without causing an open wound in the skin. It is not yet clear how much improvement can be seen with these treatments or exactly how the skin's response causes these improvements. In this study, we are interested in learning how well such a laser works to improve the symptoms of acne. The laser used in this particular study will be the CoolTouch II® laser, manufactured by ICN Photonics, Inc., and has not been FDA-approved for the treatment of acne.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment

50

Phase

  • Phase 2
  • Phase 3

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • United States
    • Michigan
      • Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, 48109-0314
        • University of Michigan Dermatology Department

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

13 years and older (Child, Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Age 13 years or older of either gender and of any racial/ethnic group.
  • Subjects must have clinically evident acne vulgaris of the facial skin.
  • Subjects must understand and sign the informed consent prior to participation.
  • Subjects must be in generally good health.
  • Subjects must be able and willing to comply with the requirements of the protocol.
  • You must live within a reasonable driving distance of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and/or be able to attend all of the scheduled appointments during the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Oral retinoid (Accutane) use within 1 year of entry into the study.
  • Systemic acne therapies (oral antibiotics) within 4 weeks of entry into the study.
  • Topical acne therapies (retinoids, antibiotics) within 2 weeks of entry into the study.
  • Microdermabrasion or superficial chemical peels at the sites to be treated within 3 months of entry into the study.
  • Subjects with a history of dermabrasion or laser resurfacing at the sites to be treated.
  • Use of topical lipid absorbing substances (Clinac AC) within 2 weeks of entry into the study.
  • Non-compliant subjects.
  • Subjects with a significant medical history or concurrent illness/condition which the investigator(s) feel is not safe for study participation.
  • Subjects using alcohol-based topical solutions or "exfolliating" agents within 2 weeks of entry into the study.
  • Subjects with a history of very frequent herpes simplex infections of the face or with clinical evidence of active herpes simplex infections.
  • History of keloid scar formation for subjects undergoing biopsies.
  • Pregnant or nursing females.

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: N/A
  • Interventional Model: Single Group Assignment
  • Masking: Single

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Number of subtypes of acne lesions including papules, pustules, cysts, open comedones, and closed comedones

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
total area of sebum droplets measured using image analysis software

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

University of Michigan

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start

February 1, 2003

Study Completion

December 1, 2005

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

May 11, 2005

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 11, 2005

First Posted (Estimate)

May 12, 2005

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

May 4, 2015

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

April 30, 2015

Last Verified

April 1, 2015

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • Derm 494

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