Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

National registry for patients with moderate-to-severe atopic eczema

Official title: TREAT NL (TREatment of ATopic Eczema, the Netherlands) Registry

Run by Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) · NCT03621137 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting information from children and adults with moderate-to-severe eczema who are getting certain treatments to see how well they work and how safe they are in real life.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorAcademisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA)
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsdupilumab, methotrexate
Locations1 site (Amsterdam, North Holland)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 1, 2017
Main results expectedOctober 31, 2027
Study endsOctober 31, 2027
Registry record updatedJanuary 31, 2024
Trial IDNCT03621137 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with moderate-to-severe atopic eczema who are starting phototherapy or systemic immunomodulating therapy.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are only using antibiotics or antihistamines for their condition may not benefit from this registry.

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

What this trial studies

The TREAT NL registry collects data on children and adults with moderate-to-severe atopic eczema who are receiving photo- or systemic immunomodulating therapies. This observational study aims to gather real-life data on the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of these treatments, many of which are used off-label. By establishing a comprehensive registry, the study seeks to improve the quality of care for patients suffering from this chronic skin condition. The insights gained will help inform clinical practice and guide future treatment decisions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance understanding of treatment outcomes and improve care for patients with atopic eczema.

How similar studies have gone: Other registries and observational studies have shown success in improving treatment understanding and patient outcomes in similar conditions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient has a diagnosis of atopic eczema, based on the U.K. working party's diagnostic criteria;
* Starts with any type of phototherapy (e.g. UVB) or systemic immunomodulating therapy (e.g. cyclosporin, systemic glucocorticosteroids, azathioprine, methotrexate, mycophenolic acid, dupilumab);
* Has voluntarily signed and dated an informed consent prior to any study related procedure or has a legal representative to do so and is willing to comply with the requirements of this study protocol.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient uses only (systemic) antibiotics or antihistamines;
* Patient starts with systemic immunomodulating therapy for another indication than atopic eczema;
* Insufficient understanding of the study by the patient or parent/legal representative.

Where it's running

  • Department of Dermatology, Amsterdam University Medical Centres, University of Amsterdam, Research Institute Amsterdam Public Health and Amsterdam Infection and Immunity Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
    Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Phyllis I. Spuls, prof.dr. — Department of Dermatology, Amsterdam University Medical Centres, University of Amsterdam, Research Institute Amsterdam Public Health and Amsterdam Infection and Immunity Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
  • Study coordinator: Angela L. Bosma
  • Email: a.l.bosma@amsterdamumc.nl
  • Phone: +31205662757

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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.