Near-infrared laser for healing and pain in leg vein ulcers
Part of Heart & circulation, Injuries & trauma, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether a near-infrared laser can improve healing and reduce pain in chronic venous leg ulcers. If you qualify, you may receive laser treatment and will be checked over time for wound healing and pain levels.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- Your ulcer is from vein problems in the lower leg (venous insufficiency)
- The ulcer has been present more than 4 weeks and is between 5 and 140 square centimeters after cleaning
- Your blood flow test is strong enough, with an ankle-brachial index (ABI) over 0.8
- Your pain score is at least 2 out of 10 on a visual pain scale at the start
- You are able to avoid certain treatments/conditions during the study (see questions)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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