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Randomized Controlled Trial
. 2024 Apr 20;137(8):1006-1008.
doi: 10.1097/CM9.0000000000002911. Epub 2024 Jan 9.

Efficacy and safety of single microneedle radiofrequency vs . photodynamic therapy on moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris: A prospective, randomized, controlled study

Chuchu Huang  1   2   3 , Mengping Mao  1   2 , Yiran Peng  1   2   3 , Ben Wang  1   2   3 , Yuxuan Deng  4 , Hongfu Xie  1   2   3 , Dan Jian  1   2   3
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Randomized Controlled Trial

Efficacy and safety of single microneedle radiofrequency vs . photodynamic therapy on moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris: A prospective, randomized, controlled study

Chuchu Huang et al. Chin Med J (Engl). .
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Figure 1
Clinical improvements were observed in both groups. Photographs of the MRF group (A) and the PDT group (B) at BL, PT1, 2, 3 and the final F/U. BL: Baseline; F/U: Follow-up; MRF: Single Microneedle Radiofrequency therapy; PDT: Photodynamic therapy; PT: Post-treatment.
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