What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness and cost implications of class IV laser therapy on hard-to-heal leg ulcers.

March 13, 2026Journal of Wound Care0 citations

The clinical and cost analysis of laser therapy for healing hard-to-heal leg ulcers: a self-control service evaluation study

SHShaoli HassanSkin Research Center IHIoan Humphreys SJSteven JefferyBirmingham City University

Key Points

The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness and cost implications of class IV laser therapy on hard-to-heal leg ulcers.
Conducted a self-control service evaluation study
Applied class IV laser therapy to treat leg ulcers
Analyzed cost-effectiveness based on the treatment outcomes
Class IV laser therapy improved wound healing outcomes for leg ulcers.
Cost analysis showed potential cost savings based on study data.
Findings suggest a need for larger studies to validate results.

Abstract

In this study, class IV laser therapy demonstrated promising outcomes in the treatment of LUs by improving wound healing. However, more large-scale, randomised controlled trials are required to create standardised techniques and fully comprehend the long-term benefits and disadvantages. The cost analysis indicated positive cost-saving results based on the patients within the study. However, these cost-effectiveness estimates are based on very small numbers and so further research is needed with a larger sample.

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