Laser Hair Removal for Treatment of Pilonidal Disease

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

This project is a pilot study to determine if symptomatic pilonidal disease can be primarily managed with laser hair removal vs surgery.

Clinical Trial Description

This project will consist of surgical evaluation in pediatric surgery or colorectal surgery clinics, referral to dermatology clinic for informed consent, and if enrolled, participation in up to 8 laser hair removal sessions with regular follow-up for a period of 2 years after completion of therapy. ;

Study Design

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Pilonidal Disease

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT03949140
Study type	Interventional
Source	University of Wisconsin, Madison
Contact
Status	Completed
Phase	N/A
Start date	February 18, 2019
Completion date	October 30, 2021

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