Laser treatment to prevent skin growth in older adults
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a type of laser treatment can help protect older adults’ skin from turning actinic keratosis (a sun-related precancer) into more serious skin problems. It focuses on the forearms and may help reduce future skin damage while checking safety and comfort.
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Who can take part
- You were diagnosed with actinic keratosis within the last 6 months
- You are age 60 or older
- You can understand the study steps, risks, and benefits, and give consent
- You have fair skin (Fitzpatrick type I or II)
- You have both a right and left forearm that can be treated
- You do not have certain skin/health issues that could affect healing or safety
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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