Comparing two injections for keloid scars
Treatments studied
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This study compares two injected treatments (triamcinolone and verapamil) to see which works better for reducing keloid scars. It may help if you have a scar that is 1 to 5 cm in size, has been present for less than 5 years, and has a severity score of 5 or more.
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Who can take part
- Your keloid scar is between 1 and 5 centimeters in size.
- The scar has been present for less than 5 years.
- Your scar has a severity score of 5 or higher on a standard scale.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have a family history of keloids, acromegaly, or congestive heart disease.
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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