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YAG Laser Versus Punch Biopsy for the Treatment of Tattoo Skin Markers

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Tattoo Skin Markers
Registration Number
NCT00271674
Lead Sponsor
Bispebjerg Hospital
Brief Summary

The purpose of the study is to compare patient satisfaction, clinical efficacy and adverse effects of Q-switched YAG laser versus punch biopsies for the treatment of tattoo dots that are applied as skin markers in relation to X-ray treatment of malignant disorders.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
Not specified
Inclusion Criteria
  • 18 years or older,
  • Skin types I-IV,
  • No previous laser treatment for the condition.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Younger than 18 years,
  • Skin types V-VI,
  • Pregnant or lactating women,
  • Previous laser treatment for the condition,
  • Recent exposure to sun or sun-beds,
  • Treatment with oral retinoids within 3 months,
  • Tendency to produce hypertrophic scars or keloids,
  • Immunosuppressive treatment or disorders

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Outcome Measures
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Secondary Outcome Measures
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Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Bispebjerg Hospital

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Copenhagen, Copenhagen NV, Denmark

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