Active clinical trials for "Skin Diseases"

The purpose of this study is to compare the traditional bed bath with 'washing without water' on 1) effects on skin integrity 2) patient and nurse satisfaction and 3) costs. In a cluster randomized trial we will randomize 50 nursing home wards (576 patients) to 'washing without water' or traditional bed baths. Bathing regimens are continued for six weeks. Whereas effects on skin damage are not likely to be specific for setting, these results can be generalized to other patient groups.

There are millions of births each year with 32% of women undergoing cesarean sections (C-sections), which results in skin scarring. Repeat C-sections increased by 178% from 1979-2010. Given the frequency of C-sections, it is important to achieve a desirable cosmetic outcome. The PICO 7 dressing consists of a negative pressure wound therapy pump (NPWT) connected to an absorbent gentle adhesive dressing that is applied to a wound. When the pump is activated, it acts by pulling excess fluid from the wound. The dressing absorbs this fluid and helps to prevent bacteria from entering the wound. It has been shown to prevent wound infections and promote healing. This study aims to compare the aesthetic appearance by using The Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS) scar assessment scale following closed incision negative pressure therapy with a PICO 7 dressing to the standard abdominal dressing in women undergoing repeat cesarean sections

The investigators conducted a controlled, prospective randomized study to examine the antiseptic efficacy of intraoperative irrigation methods during nail avulsion surgery.

1.0 Title: "The Efficiency and Effectiveness of Video-Based Education for Dermatology Patients Qualifying for Chronic Treatment with Systemic Corticosteroids" 2.0 Background: Past studies have shown that the use of educational videos has been effective in increasing patient education and satisfaction. These studies suggest that such video tools may enable an office to be significantly more efficient. 3.0 Objective: The Emory University Department of Dermatology has created an educational video as part of clinical care. The objective for Phase I of the study is to collect information about dermatology patients' baseline knowledge about corticosteroid and/or corticosteroid sparing medication treatment using an online (or written copy) questionnaire. The objective for Phase II of the study is to determine the effect of a video on dermatology patient knowledge. The objective for Phase III of the study is to determine the office efficiency of the video in patients requiring long-term oral corticosteroid and/or corticosteroid sparing medications. Secondary objectives of the study are to determine patient and physician satisfaction with the video as an educational tool. 4.0 Patient Selection: Phase I and Phase II: Patients who arrive to clinic during a participating physician's clinic day at the Emory Dermatology Department. Phase III: Patients who require treatment with long term oral corticosteroids at the Emory University Department of Dermatology Clinic as determined by their treatment physician. 5.0 Recruitment: All patients arriving to clinic on a study day will be given an informational opt-out sheet. All patients will be eligible to complete Phase I and Phase II: (steroid questionnaire only and steroid video or verbal education plus questionnaires). Only patients who require long term oral corticosteroid treatment will proceed to Phase III: of the study. Physicians will be recruited from the Emory Dermatology Department. 6.0 Assessment: Patients in Phase I will complete to the pre-education questionnaire online (or a written copy). Their results will be compared with baseline results from patients in Phase III: who undergo treatment with steroids. Patients in Phase II or III will be randomized to two groups. Control patients will receive verbal discussion of corticosteroid treatment. Phase II control patient education will be using a script developed by study physicians and delivered by study personnel. Phase III patients who qualify for long term systemic steroid will have verbal education by their doctor as usual. Video patients will receive an educational video instead, and will write down any remaining questions after viewing for their doctor to address as soon as possible. After verbal or video education, both groups will take a post-education questionnaire and patient satisfaction surveys online. Phase II is then complete. In Phase III, both groups will follow-up at least 1, 3, and 6 months after beginning treatment. At follow-up, their doctor will ask about current corticosteroid dose and frequency, willingness to transition to a steroid-sparing method, and compliance with preventative measures during treatment. Patients will complete the same post-education questionnaire online again at these visits. Physicians will also complete satisfaction surveys online at 1, 3, and 6 months from study start, and then every 6 months. 6.1 Sample size: The sample size for Phase I is unlimited until the last Phase II patient completes enrollment. Emory plans to recruit a total of 80 patients to participate in Phase II of this study (40 per group). 6.2 Participant time burden: Phase I only: 5-10 minutes Phase II and III: 30-35 minutes Physicians: 20 minutes

This study aimed to study the efficacy of topical 2.5% benzoyl peroxide, compared to 5% benzoyl peroxide in treatment of unpleasant foot odor, which was considered as major problem related to pitted keratolysis.

This study aimed to study the efficacy of zinc oxide nanoparticles coated socks in prevention of unpleasant foot odor

The principal objective is to measure the degree to which oral microstomia caused by sclerosing skin disease improves after treating patients with local hyaluronidase injections. Investigator will determine improvements in oral aperture by measuring the centimeters of the height of oral opening. The secondary objectives are: Investigator will aim to assess changes in quality of life and functionality, by serial calculations of the Mouth Handicap in Systemic Sclerosis (MHISS). In addition, investigator would like to investigate how many treatments are required prior to treatment efficacy plateauing. Since there is minimal data on the use of hyaluronidase for oral microstomia, it is not yet clear how many treatments are ideally required for maximal effect. Patients will be brought in monthly for photographs, examination, assessment, and treatment. Our hypothesis is that hyaluronidase injections will significantly improve patients' ability to open their mouths and oral functionality. It remains unclear how many treatments will be required for maximal effect.

The main purpose of this study is to compare the safety and efficacy of tigecycline versus clindamycin (including subjects treated with vancomycin) in pediatric subjects (aged 8 to 17 years) with complicated skin and skin structure infections (cSSSI), including those caused by methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

Acute radiodermatitis (ARD) is a distressing and painful skin reaction that occurs in 95% of the patients undergoing radiotherapy (RT). To date, there is still no general approved guideline for the prevention and management of acute radiodermatitis. The 3M™ Cavilon™ Advanced Skin Protectant is a novel skin barrier protectant that acts as a physical barrier against abrasion, moisture, and irritants. Moreover, it enables an environment for wound healing. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of 3M™ Cavilon™ Advanced Skin Protectant in the prevention and management of ARD in patients with head and neck cancer.

Iontophoresis potentially may be a good alternative to improved delivery of corticosteroids. Study Investigators propose to use iontophoresis to increase dexamethasone delivery into thick psoriasis plaques. The primary purpose of this study is to assess whether dexamethasone sodium phosphate iontophoresis is an effective local therapy for psoriasis. The objective of the study is to determine the efficacy of dexamethasone sodium phosphate iontophoresis for psoriasis.