Clinical Research Directory

Comparative Study of Topical Pentoxifylline Versus Topical 5-Fluorouracil Combined With Microneedling and NB-UVB for Stable Vitiligo

This randomized, single-blinded clinical trial evaluates the efficacy and safety of topical pentoxifylline compared with topical 5-fluorouracil, both combined with microneedling and narrow-band ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) phototherapy, in patients with stable vitiligo. A total of 42 patients with stable vitiligo received six biweekly microneedling sessions over three months, with concomitant NB-UVB phototherapy twice weekly, followed by a three-month follow-up period. Each patient had three vitiliginous patches allocated to topical pentoxifylline with microneedling, topical 5-fluorouracil with microneedling, or microneedling alone.

Autologous Nanofat Injection for Treatment of Stable Vitiligo

This randomized, split-site, within-participant controlled clinical study evaluated the efficacy and safety of a single session of autologous nanofat injection as an adjunct to narrowband ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) phototherapy in 20 adult patients with stable vitiligo. In each participant, one vitiligo site received autologous nanofat injection followed by NB-UVB phototherapy three times weekly for 3 months, while a comparable site received NB-UVB phototherapy alone. Treatment response was assessed by standardized photography performed by a blinded dermatologist, with evaluation of the onset and percentage of repigmentation, patient satisfaction, and treatment-related adverse effects.

Mitochondrial Network Modulation Approach Using Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Therapy and Nb-UVB for Treating Vitiligo

Vitiligo affects approximately 1 to 2% of the global population and significantly impacts people's quality of life. Achieving the best treatment outcomes for vitiligo involves addressing the autoimmune inflammatory response for stopping the depigmentation process and promoting the differentiation of melanocyte stem cells to induce re-pigmentation. The loss of melanocytes in vitiligo is a result of an autoimmune process. The pathogenesis includes genetic and environmental factors together with metabolic, and oxidative stress that trigger innate then adaptive immunity against melanocytes. No individual mechanism can sufficiently account for all parts of this complex disease; instead, the convergence theory which combines immunological, biochemical, and environmental factors in genetically predisposed participants has been proposed as a unifying approach to understanding the pathophysiology of vitiligo. None of these proposed theories are in themselves sufficient to explain the different vitiligo phenotypes; and the overall contribution of each of these processes is still under debate, although there is now consensus on the autoimmune nature of vitiligo: melanocytes from participants with vitiligo are more susceptible to oxidative stress which triggers the release of inflammatory cytokines that will lead to activation of the innate immune response and subsequently to adaptive immune response through activation of autoreactive cytotoxic CD8+ T cells against melanocytes via abnormal JAK/STAT pathway activation. Despite the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in blunting the anti-melanocyte immune response, skin repigmentation still takes more than 1-2 years, and the repigmentation remains very difficult to achieve in some body locations. To overcome this lack of efficacy in some locations and the need of long duration of treatment, additional therapeutic options are needed. Considering that the immune process primarily contributes to depigmentation while ultraviolet (UV) radiation stimulates the differentiation and proliferation of melanocyte stem cells for re-pigmentation, a combination therapy using HBO and narrowband UVB (NbUVB) could offer an optimal approach for treating vitiligo patients. The primary objectif is to assess the therapeutic efficacy of combining hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy with phototherapy for the treatment of diffuse vitiligo, as measured by the change in Vitiligo Area Scoring Index (VASI) after 24 weeks of intervention. * 1- Recruitment of patients corresponding to the inclusion and exclusion criteria from the active file of vitiligo patients followed in the dermatology department of Nice University Hospital (Hopital Archet). * 2- Consultation with a hyperbaric physician to verify the absence of contraindications to HBO therapy, and performance of a urine pregnancy test. * 3- UVB 2 sessions per week over 24 weeks + HBO therapy 40 sessions over 8 weeks (1/d; 5/7) * T0- Completion of VASI and VSAS clinical scores by a dermatologist. * T1- VASI and VSAS scores after 12 weeks of treatment by a dermatologist. * T2- VASI, VSAS and VNS scores after 24 weeks of treatment by a dermatologist.

Possible Augmentation Of NB-UVB Induced Pigmentation In NSV By Carboxy.

Patients with stable vitiligo with 2 or more symmetric patches, 2 on acral sites and/or 2 on non acral sites will be recruited and assessed for eligibility for inclusion to receive NB-UVB on the whole body, and carboxytherapy on one randomized side.

PALLAS Laser for Skin Diseases

The primary objective of this study is to get clinical experiences with the PALLAS laser in the treatment of skin conditions that respond well to UV light (vitiligo, psoriasis, alopecia areata, atopic dermatitis). The secondary objective is to assess how user-friendly is the Pallas laser in the treatment of skin diseases. The patient in the trial will receive UVB laser treatment (2 treatments per week for up to 3 months). The treatments will be carried out by the doctors participating in the trial. The treatment takes approximately 10 minutes per session, and can last up to 3 months per patient. Photographic documentation of the lesions to be treated and the lesions treated is taken at the start of the examination and then once a month. At the end of the study, the patient rates the treatment and improvement on a Patient Satisfaction Scale.

Evaluation of Stigma Toward Patients With Alopecia Areata, Atopic Dermatitis, Vitiligo, and Psoriasis

Primary objective: The primary objective is to evaluate in the general population the difference between emotional reactions associated with facial involvement by four major dermatologic diseases: psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, and alopecia areata. * Compare the social distance and stereotyping by the general population toward individuals with facial involvement by: psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, and alopecia areata. * Evaluate demographic factors that describe a greater tendency toward stigmatization.