Laser opens door to better burn scar treatment
NCT ID NCT07660120
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding a medication called 5-fluorouracil to a standard steroid treatment helps improve thick, raised burn scars more than the steroid alone. Both treatments are delivered through tiny holes made by a CO2 laser, which helps the medications reach deeper into the scar. Each participant's scar is split in half, with one side receiving both drugs and the other side only the steroid, allowing a direct comparison. The goal is to see if the combination reduces scar thickness and stiffness better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- triamcinolone acetonide and 5-fluorouracil
- What this could lead to
- If adding 5-FU works better, it could offer a less painful, more effective way to treat thick burn scars.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study. The added medication may not improve results and could cause side effects like skin irritation.
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