The Role of Fractional Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery in Enhancing the Efficacy of Topical Bimatoprost Solution in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: An Intra-Patient Comparative Randomized Clinical Trial

    February 2024 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”
    Simin Shamsi Meymandi, Alireza Safari, Manzumeh Shamsi Meymandi, Mahin Aflatoonian
    Studysummary This clinical trial found that combining fractional CO2 laser with bimatoprost solution significantly improved alopecia areata treatment outcomes compared to bimatoprost alone, as measured by a more substantial reduction in SALT scores and higher patient satisfaction over 12 weeks.
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