Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Cohort of patients treated for acne at Nantes University Hospital

Official title: Creation of a Monocentric Cohort of Patients Treated for Acne at the Nantes University Hospital: the COPACNE Cohort.

Run by Nantes University Hospital · NCT03465150 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is looking at first-time acne patients at Nantes University Hospital to see how different factors affect their acne and their quality of life.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorNantes University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nantes)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 23, 2018
Main results expectedFebruary 28, 2033
Study endsDecember 28, 2033
Registry record updatedApril 13, 2026
Trial IDNCT03465150 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients with acne who are visiting the specialized consultation for the first time and agree to participate.

Probably not a fit

Patients with facial dermatosis other than acne or those who refuse to participate will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational cohort study aims to gather data from patients visiting the specialized acne consultation at Nantes University Hospital for the first time. It will assess various factors influencing the severity of acne, including both endogenous and environmental elements, while also evaluating the quality of life and psychological impact on patients. The study will include patients who consent to participate and will follow them over time to determine therapeutic responses and other relevant outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the factors affecting acne treatment and improve management strategies for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been few quality epidemiological studies on acne, this cohort represents a novel approach in France to better understand the condition.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient with acne
* Patient (or parents/guardians for minors) who are not opposed to participating in the cohort.
* Subjects affiliated to an appropriate health insurance

Exclusion Criteria:

* Dermatosis of the face other than acne
* Refusal to participate by the minor or parent/guardian
* Adults under a legal protection regime (guardianship, trusteeship, judicial safeguard)

Where it's running

  • CHU de Nantes
    Nantes, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.