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New treatment option for Kaposi Sarcoma
Official title Precision Imaging to Evaluate Kaposi Sarcoma
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06898203
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- AIMS 2 \& 3: In this study the investigators seek to formally compare reproducibility and accuracy of KS lesion size measurements between SkinScan3D and the current standard of care manual measurement method. The investigators will then test the SS3D device on 100 patients in a variety of real-world practice locations to determine whether the device will be usable, acceptable, appropriate, and feasible in routine care settings.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Aim 2 (Patients):
- Adults age ≥18 years old
- Histopathology-confirmed Kaposi Sarcoma
- At least 3 skin lesions
- Capable of informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Aim 2 (Patients):
- Patients not initiating Kaposi Sarcoma treatment
- Very ill patients requiring hospitalization Inclusion Criteria - Aim 3 (Patients):
- Adults age ≥18 years old
- Histopathology-confirmed Kaposi Sarcoma
- Capable of informed consent
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aim 2 (Patients):
- Adults age ≥18 years old
- Histopathology-confirmed Kaposi Sarcoma
- At least 3 skin lesions
- Capable of informed consent
- On treatment for Kaposi Sarcoma
- Aim 2 (Patients):
- Patients not initiating Kaposi Sarcoma treatment
- Very ill patients requiring hospitalization Inclusion Criteria - Aim 3 (Patients):
- Adults age ≥18 years old
- Histopathology-confirmed Kaposi Sarcoma
- Capable of informed consent
- Initiating treatment for Kaposi Sarcoma Exclusion Criteria - Aim 3 (Patients):
- Patients with Kaposi Sarcoma that participated in Aim 1 or Aim 2
- Prior or ongoing Kaposi Sarcoma treatment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kisumu, Kenya
- Kampala, Uganda
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, 18 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 Kisumu, Kenya; Kampala, Uganda. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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