Patient Library for Pruritus Sine Materia
Official title: Establishment of a Patient Library in Patients With Pruritus Sine Materia
Run by University Hospital, Brest · NCT05678309 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether a detailed, long-term collection of blood, skin samples, and questionnaires can deepen understanding of pruritus sine materia and its causes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 175 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Brest Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Brest) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 16, 2023 |
| Main results expected | June 2033 |
| Study ends | June 2033 |
| Registry record updated | June 25, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05678309 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults diagnosed with pruritus sine materia who can provide consent and agree to long-term follow-up.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals who do not experience changes in clinical management from participating or who are lost to follow-up may not receive direct benefits.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational cohort will collect blood, a skin biopsy, a skin swab, and five patient questionnaires at enrollment, then repeat the same questionnaires and clinical data annually for five years. No further biological samples are planned after baseline. The aim is to link clinical features with biological data to improve knowledge about pruritus sine materia etiologies. The study is conducted at the dermatology service of CHRU Brest with University Hospital, Brest as the lead sponsor.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the study could improve understanding of the causes of pruritus sine materia and guide future research and management.
How similar studies have gone: Other observational cohorts in dermatology have shown that collecting longitudinal biological and clinical data can reveal associations between symptoms and underlying biology.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of pruritus sine materia * Collection of consent * Adult Exclusion Criteria: \- Refusal to participate in the study
Where it's running
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Service de dermatologie, CHRU BREST
Brest, France Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Laurent MISERY
- Email: laurent.misery@chu-brest.fr
- Phone: 02 98 22 33 15
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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.