Cutis laxa
MONDO:0016175Cutis laxa (CL) is an inherited or acquired connective tissue disorder characterized by wrinkled, redundant and sagging inelastic skin associated with skeletal and developmental anomalies and, in some cases, with severe systemic involvement. Several different forms of inherited CL have been described, differentiated on the basis of the mode of inheritance and differences in the extent of internal organ involvement, associated anomalies and disease severity.
Also known as: cutis laxa, elastolysis, generalised elastolysis, generalized elastolysis
39 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 37 tagged with Cutis laxa itself.
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Inherited cutis laxa 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types
14 sub-types
- Arterial tortuosity syndrome 1 trial
- Autosomal recessive cutis laxa type 1 1 trial Sub-types →
- Occipital horn syndrome 1 trial
- ALDH18A1-related de Barsy syndrome 0 trials
- PYCR1-related de Barsy syndrome 0 trials
- RIN2 syndrome 0 trials
- Arterial tortuosity-bone fragility syndrome 0 trials
- Autosomal dominant cutis laxa 0 trials Sub-types →
- Autosomal recessive cutis laxa type 2 0 trials Sub-types →
- Autosomal recessive cutis laxa type 2, classic type 0 trials
- Craniofaciofrontodigital syndrome 0 trials
- Cutis laxa with severe pulmonary, gastrointestinal and urinary anomalies 0 trials
- Cutis laxa, autosomal recessive, type 2E 0 trials
- Geroderma osteodysplastica 0 trials
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Acquired cutis laxa 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Laser beam aims to turn back the clock on sagging skin
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a special laser, called UltraClear, can safely improve skin laxity and provide a lifting effect on the lower face, under the chin, and neck. Up to 50 adults aged 35 to 65 will receive two laser treatments about seven weeks apart. Researchers will check re…
Sponsor: FA Corporation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A gentler numbing shot for eyelid surgery? trial tests four tweaks to lidocaine.
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether warming lidocaine or adding sodium bicarbonate, hyaluronidase, or tranexamic acid can make the numbing injection less painful and reduce bleeding during upper eyelid surgery. About 80 adults having bilateral blepharoplasty will receive different mixtures …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves to smooth wrinkles? a trial tests ultrasound for a non-surgical facelift
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a device called SofWave, which delivers high-intensity ultrasound energy under the skin, can lift and tighten the lower face and upper neck. About 30 healthy adults aged 40 to 55 with mild to moderate skin laxity will receive one treatment. Doctors will r…
Sponsor: Sofwave Medical LTD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Collagen-Boosting injection tighten loose neck skin?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study investigates whether injections of Poly-L-Lactic acid (PLLA), a collagen-stimulating substance, can safely improve skin laxity and wrinkles on the neck. Ten adults aged 30-60 with mild to severe neck skin looseness will receive a single treatment session. Researc…
Sponsor: Institute of Dermatology, Thailand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new serum tighten skin for women on ozempic?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a topical serum called AGE serum on 50 post-menopausal women (ages 45-65) who are taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy, with half also on hormone therapy. The goal is to see if the serum safely improves skin firmness, fine lines, and radiance. Researchers wi…
Sponsor: Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick and Groff • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New buttock tightening injection under study
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a treatment called Juläine™, which is injected into the buttocks to improve skin looseness. About 100 adults with mild to moderate skin sagging will take part. Some get treatment right away, others wait a few months. The main goal is to see if skin elasticity imp…
Sponsor: Nordberg Medical AB • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Diamond-Infused cream may speed healing after face laser
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special nanodiamond cream (Pavise ECMR) helps the skin heal better after facial laser treatment for wrinkles and loose skin. Eight adults aged 35-70 will receive the cream on one side of their face and standard care on the other. Researchers will check …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick and Groff • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New collagen injection aims to smooth wrinkles and plump skin
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early trial tests an injectable collagen-based product called MEC REGENERATE® in 20 adults aged 35–65 with skin laxity, mid-face volume loss, or wrinkles. Participants receive a single injection session, and researchers check safety and skin hydration after 60 days. The goal…
Sponsor: 303 Pharma s.r.l. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Non-Surgical jaw lift: a quick fix for aging faces?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to inject poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) into the jawline to treat sagging skin from aging. Twenty adults aged 18 to 65 will receive up to three injections over two months. The goal is to see if this technique safely improves facial contour without surgery.
Sponsor: Doris Hexsel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a filler fix 'Ozempic Face'? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether injecting a hyaluronic acid filler (Skinvive) into the cheeks can improve skin quality in people taking GLP-1 weight loss medications. 24 women aged 25-50 will participate: 16 on GLP-1 drugs and 8 not on them. Researchers will measure changes in f…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick and Groff • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Can a serum reverse skin sagging from weight loss drugs?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a topical serum (AGE serum) to see if it safely improves visible signs of aging like fine lines, sagging, and dullness on the face and neck. It involves 25 non-menopausal adults aged 25-50 who have been taking GLP-1 agonist medications (such as Ozempic or Wegovy)…
Sponsor: Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick and Groff • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can a face filler fix loose belly skin after weight loss drugs?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Sculptra, a cosmetic injectable, can improve loose skin on the belly in people taking GLP-1 weight loss medications. Twenty women with mild to moderate skin laxity will receive Sculptra injections. Fifteen are on GLP-1 drugs, and five are not, to compare …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick and Groff • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC