Investigating the role of blood vessel growth in skin diseases

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 aims to explore the role of angiogenesis, or blood vessel growth, in various dermatologic diseases such as port wine stains, hemangiomas, and psoriasis. Researchers will analyze biospecimens, including skin tissue samples, to identify pro-angiogenic factors and their molecular pathways associated with these conditions. The study will utilize discarded skin tissue from surgical procedures and collect de-identified patient data to enhance understanding of angiogenesis in dermatologic diseases. Genetic analysis may also be performed on select specimens to further investigate underlying mechanisms.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 16 years of age or older.
* willing to have a skin biopsy

Exclusion Criteria:

* under 16 years of age
* unable to carry out instructions

Where it's running

• Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic
  Irvine, California, United States Recruiting
• Dermatology Clinic at Gavin Herbert Eye Institute
  Irvine, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Kristen Kelly, MD — University of California, Irvine
• Study coordinator: Hanna Kim
• Email: hhkim3@uci.edu
• Phone: 949-824-2251

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.