Status:

COMPLETED

Low Fluence 1064nm Laser Hair Reduction for Pseudofolliculitis Barbae in Skin Types IV, V, VI

Lead Sponsor:

United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego

Conditions:

Pseudofolliculitis Barbae

Eligibility:

All Genders

18+ years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

To report the safety and efficacy of 1064nm low fluence laser hair reduction for the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae

Detailed Description

Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) is an acneiform eruption of the bearded area usually seen in dark-skinned individuals with thick, tightly curled hair. Typically, the hair shafts curve back directly in...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • active duty males/females, 18 years of age or older, Fitzpatrick skin types IV to VI, and all presented with a pseudofolliculitis barbae as determined by one of the dermatologists participating in the study

Exclusion

  • history of vitiligo, photosensitivity, keloids, or herpes simplex in the treatment area, or any chronic medical conditions that may impair wound healing, such as diabetes mellitus and collagen vascular disorders

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

January 1 2006

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

End Date :

May 1 2006

Estimated Enrollment :

22 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT00402129

Start Date

January 1 2006

End Date

May 1 2006

Last Update

November 22 2006

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Naval Medical Center San Diego

San Diego, California, United States, 92134