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Clinic-Epidemiological Evaluation of Ulcers in Leprosy Patients and the Use of Low Level Laser Therapy: a Randomized Clinical Trial
Neuropathic ulcers are common sequelae of leprosy. The objectives of this study are to analyze the clinic-epidemiological characteristics of patients attended at one specialized dressing service from a leprosy-endemic region of the Brazilian Amazon and to evaluate the effect of Low Level Laser Therapy on wound healing of these patients.
Details
| Lead sponsor | Para Federal University |
|---|---|
| Phase | NA |
| Status | COMPLETED |
| Enrolment | 25 |
| Start date | 2006-11 |
| Completion | 2008-04 |
Conditions
- Leprosy
Interventions
- Routine treatment
- Low level laser therapy (LLLT)
Primary outcomes
- Wound healing — Biweekly until the end of the 12 week treatment period.
Countries
Brazil