Evaluating staging systems for skin cancer
Official title: Comparison of the Prognostic Capacity of Existing Staging Systems for Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Run by Queen Mary University of London · NCT05695222 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see how well current staging systems for skin cancer can predict serious outcomes in people with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 120 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Queen Mary University of London Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (London and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 1, 2023 |
| Main results expected | June 5, 2028 |
| Study ends | June 5, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | April 2, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05695222 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are individuals over 18 years old diagnosed with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who decline to allow their data to be used for research purposes 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 study focuses on cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC), the second most common form of skin cancer. Researchers will assess existing CSCC cases from two dermatology centers in the UK to evaluate how accurately current staging systems predict the risk of poor outcomes, such as metastasis and mortality. The goal is to validate the predictive power of histological staging classifications and potentially identify improved prediction tools for better patient management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the management and treatment outcomes for patients with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
How similar studies have gone: While this study builds on existing knowledge, the approach of validating staging systems in this specific context has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Over 18 years old with diagnosis of CSCC Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who decline for their data to be used for research purposes
Where it's running
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Whipps Cross University Hospital
London, United Kingdom Recruiting -
Dr Emilia Peleva
London, United Kingdom Active not recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.