A single center prospective, randomized, controlled split face study comparing a 532nm KTP laser with a 595nm PDL for the treatment of Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea and Papulopustular Rosacea. Subjects will receive laser treatments and will be followed at 6 weeks post-final laser treatment.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the 532nm KTP laser within the Cutera® Excel V system for the treatment of Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea and Papulopustular Rosacea as compared to a 595nm Pulse Dye Laser. The objectives of this study are: 1\) To evaluate and compare the safety and efficacy of the laser treatments for Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea and Papulopustular Rosacea at 6 weeks post final laser treatment.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
22
Intervention for the Cutera Excel V system is to cease treatment to any subject that is experiencing any adverse reaction.
Miami Dermatology & Laser Institute
Miami, Florida, United States
Degree of Improvement in Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea and Papulopustular Rosacea
Measured for each treatment arm based on blinded physician assessment of subject photographs using the Physician's Global Assessment Scale (min=0; max=4) Higher scores mean better improvement 0 = 0% Improvement (None) 1. = \< 25% Improvement (Mild) 2. = 26 to 50% Improvement (Moderate) 3. = 51 to 75% Improvement (Significant) 4. = 76 to 100% Improvement (Very Significant)
Time frame: 6 weeks
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