Evaluating skin and mucosal conditions using noninvasive imaging methods
Noninvasive Assessment of Muco-cutaneous Lesions In Vivo
This study is testing whether new imaging techniques can help doctors better diagnose skin and mouth conditions without needing a biopsy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 5010 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New York, New York) |
| Trial ID | NCT04743362 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of noninvasive imaging techniques in diagnosing skin and mucosal lesions, potentially improving diagnostic accuracy prior to biopsy. It utilizes various imaging modalities, including dermoscopic imaging, 3D total body photography, confocal microscopy, optical coherence tomography, and ultrasound. The collected images will be stored in an Image Repository to support clinical practice, education, and future research initiatives.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals of all ages with muco-cutaneous lesions that can be imaged non-invasively.
Not a fit: Patients with allergies to imaging materials or those unable to comply with imaging procedures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning for patients with skin and mucosal lesions.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies using noninvasive imaging techniques have shown promise in improving diagnostic accuracy, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All ages * Patients with a muco-cutaneous lesion(s) amenable to imaging by non-invasive tools * Healthy volunteer subjects * Ability to give informed consent or in the case of pediatric patients, assent and consent from the parent/guardian Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy or intolerance to ultrasound gel or mineral oil used for imaging * Patients who are not able to comply with imaging procedure
Where this trial is running
New York, New York
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (All Protocol Activities) — New York, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Manu Jain, MD — Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Manu Jain, MD
- Email: jainm@mskcc.org
- Phone: 929-536-3604
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.