Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 1 Year to 85

Long-term observation of atopic dermatitis and related allergic conditions

Official title: Prospective Longitudinal Observational Research Study to Investigate the Remission of Atopic Dermatitis and Associated Allergic Diseases

Run by University of Zurich · NCT04240522 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This project will collect medical and lab data over time to see which genetic, immune, environmental, and microbial factors relate to the course or remission of atopic dermatitis and other atopic diseases in people of all ages.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages1 Year to 85 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Zurich
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Zurich, Canton of Zurich)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 4, 2017
Main results expectedMarch 30, 2031
Study endsMarch 30, 2031
Registry record updatedFebruary 5, 2026
Trial IDNCT04240522 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are people aged 0–85 with a diagnosis of atopic dermatitis or another atopic disease, and healthy volunteers without allergic disease, who can provide informed consent (or have a guardian provide consent).

Probably not a fit

People seeking immediate experimental therapies or direct clinical benefit from the protocol are unlikely to gain treatment benefit since this is an observational data-collection project, and those unable to attend follow-up visits or provide samples will not benefit from the study's aims.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a prospective, longitudinal observational cohort that will enroll people with atopic dermatitis and other atopic diseases, plus healthy controls, across ages 0–85. Participants will remain on their medically indicated therapies while clinicians collect standardized clinical data, biosamples, and laboratory measurements over time. The study aims to link endogenous factors (genetic, immunological, molecular) and exogenous factors (environmental, socioeconomic, microbial) to disease course, remission, and the development of related atopic conditions. Collected data will be used to define patient subgroups (endotypes) and search for biomarkers that predict individual clinical trajectories.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the findings could enable earlier prediction of flares or remission and support more personalized prevention and treatment strategies for atopic diseases.

How similar studies have gone: Previous longitudinal cohorts have identified some genetic and immune markers linked to atopic march and endotypes, but results have been only partially reproducible and larger, multi-factor studies are still needed.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 0 - 85 years
* Diagnosis of AD and/or another disease of the atopic group (i.e. allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, food allergy)
* The inclusion of patients in this study is independent from the current therapy. During the study all patients will be kept on a therapy that is medically indicated

The inclusion criteria for healthy controls in this study are as follows:

* Age 0 - 85 years
* No diagnosis or history of allergic disease
* The inclusion of patients in this study is independent from the current therapy. During the study all patients will be kept on a therapy that is medically indicated

Written consent will be obtained after detailed information of the study was given to the participant.

Exclusion Criteria

\- Unable to give consent or refusal to participate in the study

Where it's running

  • Allergy Unit, Dept. of Dermatology, Unviersity Hosptial of Zurich
    Zurich, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland
    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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.