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Fractional Erbium YAG Laser vs Intradermal and Systemic Tranexamic Acid
Sponsor: Egymedicalpedia
Summary
Melasma is a common acquired disorder of hyperpigmentaion caused by increased melanin production by melanocytes. Melasma is a name derived from the Greek word melas meaning black.It is characterized by the appearance of brownish or grayish symmetrical patches on sun-exposed skin, most commonly on the face. Compared to men, women are more likely to be affected.
Official title: Fractional Erbium YAG Laser vs Intradermal and Systemic Tranexamic Acid in Combination With Topical Hydroquinone for Refractory Melasma
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 40 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
45
Start Date
2024-06-01
Completion Date
2025-06-10
Last Updated
2024-07-26
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Tranexamic acid injection
to evaluate and compare efficacy of: * Fractional Er: YAG laser combined with topical hydroquinone. * Intradermal injection of tranexamic acid combined with topical hydroquinone cream. * Oral administration of tranexamic acid combined with topical hydroquinone cream. In treating refractory melasma.
Locations (1)
Aswan University hospitals
Aswān, Egypt