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Observation of the Effect and Mechanism of Multi Tunnel Minimally Invasive Treatment for Xanthelasma Palpebrarum

Dear research participants: Participants will be invited to participate in a research project led by the Dermatology Prevention and Treatment Institute of Fuzhou First General Hospital (Huang Zhiyong) (15260471946). The research project is titled "New Directions in the Treatment of Xanthelasma Palpebrarum: Research on Hematoma Related Treatment Methods and Mechanisms". Participants' participation in this study is voluntary, and this informed consent form provides participants with some information to help participants decide whether to participate in this clinical study. This study has been reviewed and approved by the Ethics Committee of the Dermatology Prevention and Treatment Hospital of Fuzhou First General Hospital. The Ethics Committee office phone number is 0591-83787173. If participants agree to join this study, please read it carefully and if participants have any questions, please raise them with the researcher responsible for the study. Research objective: Exploring whether multi tunnel minimally invasive treatment and heparin induced hematoma can initiate immune response through DAMP, mediate Toll like receptor activation of Th2 cells, secrete IL-4 and IL-13 to activate neutrophils and M2 macrophages, and then engulf cholesterol, triglycerides, and apolipoprotein in xanthelasma palpebrarum, ultimately leading to its disappearance.

Efficacy of 100% Trichloroacetic Acid Vs. Cryotherapy in Xanthelasma Palpebrarum

Xanthelasma palpebrarum (XP) is a common skin condition characterized by yellowish plaques that typically develop around the eyelids. While not harmful, these plaques can be a cosmetic concern for many individuals. Several treatment options exist, but there is no clear consensus on the most effective method. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of two treatment options-100% trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and cryotherapy-in removing xanthelasma palpebrarum. Trichloroacetic acid is a chemical solution that removes the lesions by controlled cauterization, while cryotherapy involves freezing the plaques using liquid nitrogen. A total of 60 patients with xanthelasma will be randomly assigned to receive either 100% TCA or cryotherapy. The success of the treatment will be determined based on whether the plaques flatten and disappear within six weeks. The results of this study will help identify the more effective treatment method, which can be used to improve patient outcomes and minimize recurrence. The study is being conducted at Nishtar Hospital Multan and aims to provide valuable insights for dermatologists in choosing the best treatment for xanthelasma palpebrarum.