Cohort of patients with systemic sclerosis at Brest University Hospital

Prospective Cohort of Patients With Systemic Sclerosis at Brest University Hospital and Constitution of a Biobank

Observational University Hospital, Brest · NCT05532865

This study is collecting health information and samples from adults with systemic sclerosis to see how the disease affects their quality of life, pain, and disability over time.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Brest Academic / other
Locations1 site (Brest)
Trial IDNCT05532865 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study involves a prospective cohort of adult patients diagnosed with systemic sclerosis. It aims to collect longitudinal clinical data and biological samples, including blood, stool, and skin swabs for microbiota analysis. Participants will also complete questionnaires assessing their quality of life, pain, and disability. The study is conducted at the reference center for rare autoimmune diseases at Brest University Hospital.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults diagnosed with systemic sclerosis according to EULAR 2013 criteria.

Not a fit: Patients who are minors, under legal protection, or unable to provide consent will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of systemic sclerosis and improve patient management through better data and biological insights.

How similar studies have performed: While similar cohort studies have been conducted, this specific approach focusing on systemic sclerosis and microbiota analysis is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Major patient with systemic sclerosis defined according to the EULAR 2013 criteria (see Appendix 1)
* Patient evaluated within the framework of the reference center for rare autoimmune diseases of the CHU of Brest.
* Patient affiliated to the social security system
* Patient having signed a written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Minor
* Patient under legal protection (guardianship, curatorship)
* Refusal to participate
* Patient unable to consent
* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman
* Hemoglobin (Hb) level \< 7g/dl

Where this trial is running

Brest

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.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.