Characterizing skin cancers based on their biological features

Stratification of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinomas According to Its Transcriptomic, Metabolic and Inflammatory Characteristics

NA · University Hospital, Bordeaux · NCT06476964

This study is trying to see if analyzing skin samples from patients with certain skin conditions can help predict the risk of skin cancer coming back or spreading.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Bordeaux (other)
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy
Locations1 site (Bordeaux)
Trial IDNCT06476964 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to collect skin biopsies from patients with suspected actinic keratosis or cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma to analyze their molecular, metabolic, and immunological characteristics. By examining these features, the research seeks to identify genetic profiles that could predict the risk of recurrence and metastasis in skin cancers. The study focuses on understanding the progression from precancerous lesions to invasive cancers, which is crucial for developing better predictive tools for patient management.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and over with suspected actinic keratosis or cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma lesions.

Not a fit: Patients with previous systemic treatments or those with lesions on visible areas of the face or folds may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved risk assessment and personalized treatment strategies for patients with skin cancer.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on skin cancer characteristics, this approach focusing on transcriptomic and metabolic profiling is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged 18 or over,
* Patients with suspected AK, or cSCC lesions (in situ, infiltrating or metastatic),
* Patients able to sign a consent form,
* Patients affiliated to a French Social Security system.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have previously received systemic treatment (chemotherapy, immunotherapy),
* Patients with cSCC or AK localized on visible zone of the face or folds
* Patients under guardianship or guardianship,
* Patient not affiliated to a French Social Security system.

Where this trial is running

Bordeaux

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Skin Cancer, Actinic keratosis,, Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, mitochondria, metabolism

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.