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NCT Number: NCT02747641

Prospective, Open-Label, Single-Center, Non-Comparative Study to Assess the Use of Pixel CO2 Laser System (FemiLift) in the Treatment of Vulvovaginal Atrophy (VVA) in Postmenopausal Female Subjects

The purpose of this study is to assess the use of the Alma CO2 Pixel FemiLift™ in the treatment of VulvoVaginal Atrophy (VVA) in postmenopausal female subjects. The primary endpoint is to assess the change in the vaginal dryness by means of a Visual Analogic Scale (10 cm VAS) and/or Bachmann Index in VVA. The clinical improvement will be assessed by patient filled Vulvovaginal Atrophy.

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Key information

Age range

35 year–70 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

The Cleveland Clinic

Weston, Florida, 33331, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Healthy, non-smoking
  • Woman, age 35 to 70 yrs, menopausal
  • Provided written Informed Consent
  • Exhibiting VVA and/or SUI symptoms (mild or moderate SUI, according to severity index developed by Sandvik.)
  • Prolapse staged < II, according to the pelvic organ prolapse quantification (ICS-POP-Q) system
  • Normal PAP smear (up to 1 year prior to baseline)
  • Vaginal canal, introitus and vestibule free of injuries and bleeding
  • Have not had procedures in the anatomical area through 6 months prior to treatment
  • Understand and accept the obligation and is logistically able to present for all scheduled follow-up visits

Exclusion criteria

  • Severe prolapse (POP>= grade 3)
  • Use of photosensitive drugs
  • Acute or recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI), or genital infection (e.g. herpes candida).
  • Any serious disease, or chronic condition, that could interfere with the study compliance
  • Acute or actively present within the last 2 months HPV/HSV
  • Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
  • Urge or overflow incontinence
  • Patients who are on antidepressants, or α-adrenergic and anticholinergic medications
  • Patients with immune system diseases.
  • Patients with allergic reaction to laser.
  • Obese women (BMI >30)
  • Patient unable to follow post-treatment instructions
  • History of keloid formation
  • Received or is anticipated to receive antiplatelets, anticoagulants, thrombolytics, vitamin E or anti inflammatories within 2 weeks pre treatment
  • A history of thrombophlebitis
  • A history of acute infections
  • A history of heart failure
  • Previously undergone reconstructive pelvic surgery
  • Have used vaginal creams, moisturizers, lubricants or homeopathic preparations for at least 3 months
  • Any medical condition that in the investigators opinion would interfere with the patients participation in the study

Treatment and study plan

Pixel CO2 Laser System

Procedure

Other names: FemiLift

Primary outcomes

  1. Vulvovaginal Atrophy (VVA)

    Time frame: 6 months

    Utilizing Bachman Vaginal Health Index

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Alma Lasers Inc.

Industry

Collaborators

  • The Cleveland Clinic

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2016
Primary completion
2016
Study completion
2017
First posted
Apr 22, 2016
Registry last updated
Nov 21, 2017

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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