Could a simple suction device improve acne scar treatment?
NCT ID NCT01696513
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding suction from a microdermabrasion device to the standard scar treatment (subcision) can improve rolling acne scars more than the standard treatment alone. Each participant receives both treatments on different sides of their face so the results can be compared directly. The study includes adults with rolling acne scars who are in good health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Suction with a microdermabrasion device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-invasive way to improve the appearance of rolling acne scars.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 20 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The improvement may be minor or no better than standard treatment alone.
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Locations
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Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States