Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 99

Investigating the role of hair follicle stem cells in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Official title: Replicative Stress in Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Pathogeny of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Run by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT05531747 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to understand how hair follicle stem cells might be involved in Hidradenitis Suppurativa to help find better treatments for people with this condition.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 99 Years
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorAssistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Créteil, Val-de-marne)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 13, 2022
Main results expectedJune 13, 2029
Study endsDecember 13, 2029
Registry record updatedFebruary 6, 2025
Trial IDNCT05531747 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who have been diagnosed with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under legal guardianship may 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 study focuses on understanding the mechanisms behind the chronic inflammatory condition known as Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) by examining hair follicle stem cells. Researchers will analyze skin biopsies and blood samples from patients diagnosed with HS to identify the pro-inflammatory characteristics of these cells. The study aims to uncover the genetic and cellular factors contributing to the disease's pathology, which could lead to better treatment options. By comparing the findings from HS patients to healthy individuals, the study seeks to elucidate the underlying causes of HS.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapeutic strategies for managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research into Hidradenitis Suppurativa, this specific approach focusing on hair follicle stem cells and their inflammatory response is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients referred to the consultation of dermatology of Henri Mondor Hospital
* Diagnosis of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
* Age\> 18 y.o.
* Affiliation to a social security system

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient under tutorship or curatorship
* Breastfeeding or pregnant women
* Refusal to sign the consent letter
* Patients benefiting from State Medical Aid

Where it's running

  • Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris - CHU Henri Mondor
    Créteil, Val-de-marne, France
    Recruiting

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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.
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