Can your own blood erase acne scars better than a laser?
NCT ID NCT07752186
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This trial compares two ways to treat atrophic acne scars—depressed scars left by acne. All participants undergo a minor procedure called subcision to release the fibrous bands pulling the skin down. Then, one group receives injections of a bio-filler made from their own blood (platelet-rich plasma), while the other group gets fractional carbon dioxide laser treatment. Both aim to stimulate collagen and improve skin texture. The study tracks scar improvement and side effects over three sessions, hoping to find which approach works better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Platelet-rich plasma bio-filler and fractional carbon dioxide laser
- What this could lead to
- If one approach proves superior, it could offer a more effective, minimally invasive option for improving the appearance of depressed acne scars.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single-center trial with a modest sample size, and results may not apply broadly. Both treatments carry risks like pain, redness, bruising, or pigment changes.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Lahore General Hospital, Lahore
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan
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