Sensitivity of Self-collected Skin Sampling for Scabies: a Pilot Study

Launched by RADBOUD UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER · Aug 6, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called "Sensitivity of Self-collected Skin Sampling for Scabies: a Pilot Study," is investigating whether people can accurately collect skin samples themselves to help diagnose scabies, a skin condition caused by tiny mites. The researchers want to see if these self-collected samples are just as good as those collected by healthcare professionals. They will also compare two methods of testing the samples – one using a technique called polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and the other using a microscope.

To be eligible for this study, participants must be at least 18 years old and have either suspected, clinical, or confirmed scabies. However, individuals who have been treated for scabies in the last six weeks or have specific health issues may not qualify. If you decide to participate, you will be asked to provide a sample of your skin, and the study aims to make the diagnosis process easier and more accessible for everyone. This trial is currently recruiting participants, and your involvement could help improve future scabies diagnosis methods.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 18 years or older
• • Have either suspected scabies, clinical scabies or confirmed scabies (see table 1)
• • Providing informed consent (IC)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Individuals not speaking or understanding the Dutch or English language.
• • Individuals who have been diagnosed with scabies in the last six weeks and had started treatment.
• • Individuals who have used ivermectin for other diagnoses than scabies in the last six weeks.
• • Individuals younger than 18 years.
• • Individuals with immunosuppressive conditions (see appendix A).
• • Any other condition, finding or situation which, in the opinion of the investigator, may significantly increase the risk to the individual because of participation in the study, affect the ability of the individual to participate in the study or impair interpretation of the study data.