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New treatment option for UVB Phototherapy Burn
Official title Gene Expression Changes In Young and Geriatric Skin
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03932162
What this study is testing
What is Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1?
Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 is an investigational medicine, given as an injectable medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for uvb phototherapy burn.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study does not involve any particular diagnosis. The goal of this research study is to explore the effects of artificial sunlight (ultraviolet B radiation; UVB) on the skin of young adults versus geriatric adults.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Male/Female
- White skin (Fitzpatrick types I and II)
- Age 21-30 or 65 and older
- Able to comprehend procedures/risks
You likely can't join if
- Known photosensitivity
- Currently on photosensitizing medications
- Diabetes Mellitus
- History of abnormal scarring
- History of skin infections
- Known allergy to lidocaine local anesthetic
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male/Female
- White skin (Fitzpatrick types I and II)
- Age 21-30 or 65 and older
- Able to comprehend procedures/risks
- Known photosensitivity
- Currently on photosensitizing medications
- Diabetes Mellitus
- History of abnormal scarring
- History of skin infections
- Known allergy to lidocaine local anesthetic
- Pregnancy or nursing
- Other serious health issues
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Fairborn, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Fairborn, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.