Evaluating healing rates of digital ulcers in scleroderma patients
Pilot Study of descriPtion of cicatriSation Rates of Digital Ulcers in Systemic scleroDerma
This study looks at how quickly digital ulcers heal in people with scleroderma by collecting information on their treatment and experiences.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 78 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Limoges Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Bordeaux and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT04319120 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the healing rates of digital ulcers in patients with systemic scleroderma by collecting data on current care protocols and patient experiences. Participants will complete online questionnaires to provide insights into their ulcer healing progress over the study period. The study seeks to gather French data on the monthly healing rates and the impact of digital ulcers on patients' lives. By analyzing this information, the study hopes to improve understanding and management of digital ulcers in scleroderma.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with systemic scleroderma who have one or more active digital ulcers and can access the internet.
Not a fit: Patients who are minors, pregnant or lactating, or unable to complete the questionnaires will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved care protocols and better management of digital ulcers for patients with systemic scleroderma.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on specific healing rates in a French population, similar observational studies have shown success in understanding ulcer management in systemic scleroderma.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient with systemic scleroderma according to the ACR / EULAR 2012 criteria * Patient with one or more active digital ulcers * Patient with internet access and camera or smartphone Exclusion Criteria: * Minor patients * Patient deprived of liberty or subject to a court order * Patient subject to a legal protection measure * Pregnant or lactating woman * Patient unable to complete the questionnaires
Where this trial is running
Bordeaux and 2 other locations
- Bordeaux Hospital — Bordeaux, France (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Limoges Hospital — Limoges, France (Recruiting)
- Toulouse Hospital — Toulouse, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nolga BOUSSELY
- Email: Nolga.boussely@chu-limoges.fr
- Phone: 0555056959
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.