Cold spray vs laser for warts on hands and feet
This trial compares two treatments for warts on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet: liquid nitrogen (freezing) and a CO₂ laser. The goal is to find out which method works better and has fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You have a wart on your palm or the sole of your foot, confirmed by a doctor.
- You do not have diabetes.
- You do not have nerve damage in your hands or feet.
- You do not have HIV.
- You have not used any wart treatment (cream, laser, or freezing) in the last 8 weeks.
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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