Skin smoothing treatment for head and neck reconstruction
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This study tests if a skin resurfacing procedure (dermabrasion) can improve the look of skin flaps used to rebuild the head and neck area after surgery for cancer or other conditions. It might help patients who have a healed flap and want a more even appearance.
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Who can take part
- 18 years or older
- Had a successful head or neck reconstruction using a skin flap
- Flap is at least 3 months old (and cancer treatment is complete if you had cancer)
- Skin flap area is at least 1.5 inches wide (4 cm)
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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