Cold plasma zaps away Kids' skin lesions in new trial

NCT ID NCT05937672

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a cold atmospheric plasma device on children aged 4-21 with warts or molluscum lesions. The device uses ionized gas to treat the lesions without heat. The trial was terminated early, so we don't have full results on how well it worked or its safety.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

cold atmospheric plasma device

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a non-invasive, painless treatment option for common skin lesions in children.

What could go wrong

The trial was terminated early, so we don't have clear evidence it works. It was also a small study with only 60 participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

common wart molluscum contagiosum

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medical University of South Carolina

    Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States