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This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of dermaroller and topical vitamin C- either separate or combined- in treatment of post acne scars.

prospective randomized clinical trial that was The study was a randomized controlled trial, conducted in Sohag Dermatology outpatient clinic between June 2016 and of February 2018. 30 patients with acne scars were included.

All patients were informed about the entire procedure, medication, possible side effects and outcomes. A written informed consent was signed from each participant.


Clinical Trial Description

Study population:

Each study group included 10 patients. Detailed history and full clinical examination was conducted for each patient. Patients had 6 visits at one month interval to receive treatment and evaluated one month after the end of treatment visits.

The first group:

Patients received a series of six treatments by dermaroller at 4 weeks interval and no topical anti scar treatment in between sessions.

The second group:

Received a series of six treatments by dermaroller at 4 weeks interval with the same maneuver and instructions as first group and each session was followed by immediate application of topical vit.C serum plus once daily application in between sessions.

The third group:

received once daily topical vit.C serum capsule at night for six months. With monthly evaluation.

Assessment of patients during visits was as follow:

A) Clinical evaluation by B) Photographic documentation C) Patient satisfaction D) Safety assessment ;


Study Design


Related Conditions & MeSH terms


NCT number NCT03522922
Study type Interventional
Source Sohag University
Contact
Status Completed
Phase Phase 1/Phase 2
Start date June 1, 2016
Completion date March 31, 2018

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