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Assessing the Safety and Efficacy of a Novel Microneedling and Laser Device for Male Pattern Hair Loss (CS-SAGA-001)

Primary Purpose

Male Pattern Baldness, Androgenetic Alopecia, Hair Loss/Baldness

Status
Recruiting
Phase
Not Applicable
Locations
Turkey
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
SAGA-001 (A)
SAGA-001 (B)
Sponsored by
StimuSIL
About
Eligibility
Locations
Arms
Outcomes
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About this trial

This is an interventional treatment trial for Male Pattern Baldness focused on measuring lasers, laser therapy, low-level light therapy, Low-Power Laser Therapy, Photobiomodulation Therapy, Low-Level Laser Therapy, Laser Biostimulation, LLLT, microtrauma, physical

Eligibility Criteria

22 Years - 55 Years (Adult)MaleDoes not accept healthy volunteers

Inclusion Criteria: Subject is willing to sign an informed consent form Subject is within the age group of 22-55 years (including both ages) Subject is male Subject has AGA with a Stage IIa-V Hamilton-Norwood classification Subject's skin is within Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-IV Exclusion Criteria: Subjects who have used any formulation or application/administration or type of treatment for disorders of the skin or scalp within 180 days prior to screening, including but not limited to the following treatments: Anti-inflammatory medications, including topical steroids Antifungal Skin, nail, hair rejuvenation supplementation, or IV infusions (includes vitamin, minerals, herbals, etc.) Hair growth shampoos, conditioners, and topicals Topical, dermal or oral minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride Hair growth stimulation treatments, i.e. PRP, stem cells, exosomes, growth factors, microneedling, mesotherapy LED or low level laser therapy treatments, ie. laser helmets, laser caps, and laser combs Infrared saunas Subjects with alopecia other than AGA, such as alopecia areata, alopecia totalis, telogen effluvium, anagen effluvium, and acquired cicatricial alopecia Subjects with a history of bleeding disorders Subjects on anticoagulant medications (aspirin, warfarin, heparin) Subject on autoimmune suppressant medications or suffering autoimmune diseases (e.g. humira) Subjects with an active infection at the local site Subjects with keloidal tendencies Subjects with chronic dermatological conditions affecting the scalp (e.g. eczema, psoriasis, etc.) Subjects with hepatic or renal disease, epilepsy, or any other major medical illness* Subjects that have undergone evaluation to rule out other causes of hair loss, because underlying causes (e.g., iron deficiency, lupus, thyroid disease, telogen effluvium, post-pregnancy, polycystic ovary, chemotherapy, etc.) would preclude assessment of performance in an androgenetic alopecia trial Subjects who are photosensitive or are using photosensitive drugs or topicals. Subjects who are taking anxiolytics medications Subjects who have been on hormone inhibitors or on hormone replacement therapy in the last 180 days Subjects who are at high risk of seizures Subjects who have a malignancy or a history of malignancies affecting the scalp Subjects that have undergone hair transplantation, scalp reduction, radiation to the scalp or chemotherapy within their lifetime. Subjects with current hair weaves, hair extensions, scalp tattoos, or who use occlusive wigs. Subjects who have used semi-permanent hair products (e.g. color, texturizers or relaxers) within 30 days prior to screening. Subjects with hair shorter than one-half inch (approximately 1.2 cm). Subjects who are unable to make regular follow-up visits. Subjects who are immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, or sibling; biological or legally adopted) of personnel directly affiliated with the study at the investigative sites, or individuals who are directly affiliated with the study at the investigative sites, or individuals directly affiliated with the study sponsor.

Sites / Locations

  • Ankara Bilkent Şehir Hastanesi Dermatoloji KliniRecruiting
  • İstanbul Üniversitesi Cerrahpaşa Tıp Fakültesi, Dahili Tıp Bilimleri Bölümü Deri ve Zührevi Hastalıklar Ana Bilim Dalı Kocamustafa PaşaRecruiting

Arms of the Study

Arm 1

Arm 2

Arm Type

Experimental

Experimental

Arm Label

Device A

Device B

Arm Description

Device configuration A has metal and novel microneedles and lasers.

Device configuration B has novel microneedles and lasers.

Outcomes

Primary Outcome Measures

Change in terminal hair density
Changes in terminal hair density at the 24-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a binomial test for one proportion at a one-sided alpha with a 95% exact confidence interval, considering pi ≥ 60%, where pi is the true percentage of responders in the study population.
Change in terminal hair density
Changes in terminal hair density at the 16-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a binomial test for one proportion at a one-sided alpha with a 95% exact confidence interval, considering pi ≥ 60%, where pi is the true percentage of responders in the study population.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Change in hair thickness
Increases and/or decreases in hair diameter at the 16-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a paired t-test at a one-sided alpha and a 95% confidence interval for mean change.
Change in hair thickness
Increases and/or decreases in hair diameter at the 24-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a paired t-test at a one-sided alpha and a 95% confidence interval for mean change.

Full Information

First Posted
July 20, 2023
Last Updated
August 4, 2023
Sponsor
StimuSIL
Collaborators
Ankara City Hospital Bilkent, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa (IUC)
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1. Study Identification

Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05970809
Brief Title
Assessing the Safety and Efficacy of a Novel Microneedling and Laser Device for Male Pattern Hair Loss
Acronym
CS-SAGA-001
Official Title
A Randomised, Evaluator-Blinded, Two-Arm Study To Evaluate The Safety And Efficacy of a Novel Microneedle and Laser-Based Medical Device For The Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Adult Males
Study Type
Interventional

2. Study Status

Record Verification Date
August 2023
Overall Recruitment Status
Recruiting
Study Start Date
June 1, 2023 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
May 1, 2024 (Anticipated)
Study Completion Date
September 1, 2024 (Anticipated)

3. Sponsor/Collaborators

Responsible Party, by Official Title
Sponsor
Name of the Sponsor
StimuSIL
Collaborators
Ankara City Hospital Bilkent, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa (IUC)

4. Oversight

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No

5. Study Description

Brief Summary
The purpose of this 24-week study is to see if the SAGA-001 device is safe and effective at helping people with male pattern hair loss. Two different device configurations are being explored as part of this study. Device A has novel microneedles, lasers, and additional metal microneedles, while Device B only has novel microneedles and lasers. Participants will receive 12 treatments with either Device A or Device B over the course of 24 weeks. Treatments will be performed on-site every two weeks.
Detailed Description
Participants will have the medical tests or procedures described below: Subjects will be asked about their previous medical history and current medications. Brief physical examinations will be performed, including a visual inspection of the scalp. Questions about medical history (including previous and current medication use) will be asked. Two types of photos will be taken: 1) "global photos", which are general photos of the subject's scalp, and 2) "macro photos", which are close-up photos of a part of the subject's scalp. Questions about treatment-related issues or unpleasantness will be asked. Subjects will be asked to rate the improvement they see in their photos. Subjects will be asked to rate their satisfaction with the treatment. Participants will also be asked to record changes in medications, changes in medical treatments, and major life changes (such as major dietary changes, exercise changes, changes in life stressors, etc.) in a diary for the duration of treatment. They should also make note of any suspected side effects or issues they believe are related to the treatment.

6. Conditions and Keywords

Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Male Pattern Baldness, Androgenetic Alopecia, Hair Loss/Baldness, Hair Loss, Pattern Baldness
Keywords
lasers, laser therapy, low-level light therapy, Low-Power Laser Therapy, Photobiomodulation Therapy, Low-Level Laser Therapy, Laser Biostimulation, LLLT, microtrauma, physical

7. Study Design

Primary Purpose
Treatment
Study Phase
Not Applicable
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Masking
ParticipantInvestigator
Masking Description
Participants will be randomly allocated at a 1:1 ratio to receive treatment with Device type A or B.
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
80 (Anticipated)

8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

Arm Title
Device A
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
Device configuration A has metal and novel microneedles and lasers.
Arm Title
Device B
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
Device configuration B has novel microneedles and lasers.
Intervention Type
Device
Intervention Name(s)
SAGA-001 (A)
Intervention Description
Use of a novel microneedle and laser device as a treatment for male patten hair loss with additional microwounding.
Intervention Type
Device
Intervention Name(s)
SAGA-001 (B)
Intervention Description
Use of a novel microneedle and laser device as a treatment for male patten hair loss without additional microwounding.
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Change in terminal hair density
Description
Changes in terminal hair density at the 24-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a binomial test for one proportion at a one-sided alpha with a 95% exact confidence interval, considering pi ≥ 60%, where pi is the true percentage of responders in the study population.
Time Frame
24 weeks
Title
Change in terminal hair density
Description
Changes in terminal hair density at the 16-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a binomial test for one proportion at a one-sided alpha with a 95% exact confidence interval, considering pi ≥ 60%, where pi is the true percentage of responders in the study population.
Time Frame
16 weeks
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Change in hair thickness
Description
Increases and/or decreases in hair diameter at the 16-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a paired t-test at a one-sided alpha and a 95% confidence interval for mean change.
Time Frame
16 weeks
Title
Change in hair thickness
Description
Increases and/or decreases in hair diameter at the 24-week time point compared to baseline will be investigated using a paired t-test at a one-sided alpha and a 95% confidence interval for mean change.
Time Frame
24 weeks

10. Eligibility

Sex
Male
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
22 Years
Maximum Age & Unit of Time
55 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Subject is willing to sign an informed consent form Subject is within the age group of 22-55 years (including both ages) Subject is male Subject has AGA with a Stage IIa-V Hamilton-Norwood classification Subject's skin is within Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-IV Exclusion Criteria: Subjects who have used any formulation or application/administration or type of treatment for disorders of the skin or scalp within 180 days prior to screening, including but not limited to the following treatments: Anti-inflammatory medications, including topical steroids Antifungal Skin, nail, hair rejuvenation supplementation, or IV infusions (includes vitamin, minerals, herbals, etc.) Hair growth shampoos, conditioners, and topicals Topical, dermal or oral minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride Hair growth stimulation treatments, i.e. PRP, stem cells, exosomes, growth factors, microneedling, mesotherapy LED or low level laser therapy treatments, ie. laser helmets, laser caps, and laser combs Infrared saunas Subjects with alopecia other than AGA, such as alopecia areata, alopecia totalis, telogen effluvium, anagen effluvium, and acquired cicatricial alopecia Subjects with a history of bleeding disorders Subjects on anticoagulant medications (aspirin, warfarin, heparin) Subject on autoimmune suppressant medications or suffering autoimmune diseases (e.g. humira) Subjects with an active infection at the local site Subjects with keloidal tendencies Subjects with chronic dermatological conditions affecting the scalp (e.g. eczema, psoriasis, etc.) Subjects with hepatic or renal disease, epilepsy, or any other major medical illness* Subjects that have undergone evaluation to rule out other causes of hair loss, because underlying causes (e.g., iron deficiency, lupus, thyroid disease, telogen effluvium, post-pregnancy, polycystic ovary, chemotherapy, etc.) would preclude assessment of performance in an androgenetic alopecia trial Subjects who are photosensitive or are using photosensitive drugs or topicals. Subjects who are taking anxiolytics medications Subjects who have been on hormone inhibitors or on hormone replacement therapy in the last 180 days Subjects who are at high risk of seizures Subjects who have a malignancy or a history of malignancies affecting the scalp Subjects that have undergone hair transplantation, scalp reduction, radiation to the scalp or chemotherapy within their lifetime. Subjects with current hair weaves, hair extensions, scalp tattoos, or who use occlusive wigs. Subjects who have used semi-permanent hair products (e.g. color, texturizers or relaxers) within 30 days prior to screening. Subjects with hair shorter than one-half inch (approximately 1.2 cm). Subjects who are unable to make regular follow-up visits. Subjects who are immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, or sibling; biological or legally adopted) of personnel directly affiliated with the study at the investigative sites, or individuals who are directly affiliated with the study at the investigative sites, or individuals directly affiliated with the study sponsor.
Central Contact Person:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name or Official Title & Degree
Ana I Villalba
Phone
+34 647160346
Email
ana@stimusil.com
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name or Official Title & Degree
Siddhi BC Lama, PhD
Email
siddhi@stimusil.com
Overall Study Officials:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Server Serdaroğlu, MD
Organizational Affiliation
İstanbul Üniversitesi Cerrahpaşa Tıp Fakültesi
Official's Role
Principal Investigator
Facility Information:
Facility Name
Ankara Bilkent Şehir Hastanesi Dermatoloji Klini
City
Ankara
Country
Turkey
Individual Site Status
Recruiting
Facility Contact:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Akın Aktaş, MD
Email
aaktas@ybu.edu.tr
Facility Name
İstanbul Üniversitesi Cerrahpaşa Tıp Fakültesi, Dahili Tıp Bilimleri Bölümü Deri ve Zührevi Hastalıklar Ana Bilim Dalı Kocamustafa Paşa
City
Istanbul
Country
Turkey
Individual Site Status
Recruiting
Facility Contact:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Server Serdaroğlu, MD
Email
server.serdaroglu@iuc.edu.tr

12. IPD Sharing Statement

Links:
URL
https://stimusil.com/
Description
StimuSIL's website

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