Developing non-invasive imaging techniques for skin assessment
Non-invasive Imaging Modalities for Assessment of Normal and Lesional Skin
This study is testing new, non-invasive imaging methods to see if they can help us better understand normal and abnormal skin conditions.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 750 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, Irvine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Irvine, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT00764920 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to develop and evaluate various non-invasive imaging modalities for assessing both normal and abnormal skin conditions. The study will utilize multiple imaging techniques, including Laser Speckle Imaging, Optical Coherence Tomography, Photon Migration Spectroscopy, Multi-Spectral Imaging, and Multiphoton Microscopy, to gather detailed information about skin lesions and vascular structures. The focus is on understanding blood flow, tissue composition, and structural characteristics of the skin, rather than testing specific treatments. This pilot study will provide foundational data that could inform future therapeutic interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 7 and older who can follow study instructions and have pigmented skin lesions of uncertain nature.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 7 years old, pregnant women, or breastfeeding individuals may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic capabilities for skin lesions, enhancing patient care and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing advanced imaging techniques for skin assessment have shown promise, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * adult male or female 7 and older; able to carry out study instructions Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 7 years old * pregnant woman * breast feeding
Where this trial is running
Irvine, California
- Beckman Laser Institute Medical clinic — Irvine, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kristen M Kelly, MD — Beckman Laser Institute University of California Irvine
- Study coordinator: Hanna Kim, MA
- Email: hhkim3@uci.edu
- Phone: 949-824-9265
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.