Rosacea Radiofrequency Microneedling

Last updated: April 22, 2025
Sponsor: University of Miami
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Rosacea

Treatment

Radiofrequency microneedling

KTP Laser Therapy

Clinical Study ID

NCT06801717
20240859
  • Ages > 18
  • All Genders

Study Summary

There are 3 main objectives of this proposal as follows: (1) to assess the efficacy of radiofrequency microneedling in the treatment of erythematotelangiectatic and or papulopustular rosacea, (2) to determine the potential for combination treatment of radiofrequency microneedling with the 532 nm KTP laser, and (3) identify potential novel therapeutic strategies for the treatment of rosacea.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. Male or female adult (>18yo) subjects in general good health

  2. Clinical and/or histologic diagnosis of erythematotelangiectatic or papulopustularrosacea.

  3. Subject is able to understand and sign informed consent

  4. Subject is able to complete the study and comply with study procedures

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. Patients currently utilizing oxymetazoline or brimonidine.

  2. Presence of dermatoses that might interfere with diagnosis as determined by a studyinvestigator

  3. Presence of extreme light sensitivity, or conditions pre-disposing to lightsensitivity such as but not limited to xeroderma pigmentosum

  4. Any significant medical condition that may prevent the patient from participating inthe study according to the investigator's assessment

  5. History of poor wound healing or blood-clotting abnormality

  6. History of keloid formation or hypertrophic scarring

  7. Hypersensitivity or contraindication to local anesthetics as determined by theprincipal investigator or other medical professional.

  8. Prisoners

Study Design

Total Participants: 11
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Radiofrequency microneedling
Phase:
Study Start date:
November 01, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
April 01, 2026

Connect with a study center

  • University of Miami Dermatology Miami Beach Clinic

    Miami Beach, Florida 33128
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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