CHU de TOULOUSE
Toulouse, 31059, France
NCT Number: NCT04193670
The skin is innervated by a network of nociceptive sensory neurons (nociceptors) whose primary function is the transmission of pain and pruritus signals to the central nervous system. Their role in atopic dermatitis (AD), characterized by an exacerbated type 2 immune response, is only partially understood. Nevertheless, large amounts of neuropeptides, including substance P (SP), are found in the serum of patients, their level being correlated with the clinical severity of AD. Mast cells (MC) are part of the cells of the immune system residing in the skin. MCs have neuro-receptors of the Mas-related G protein-coupled receptors family (MRGPR) and in particular MRGPRX2 (the receptor for cationic molecules [including SP] for MCs) through which they could communicate in a privileged way. with the nociceptors. Preliminary data obtained in mice show that its mouse orthologue "MrgprB2" is absolutely necessary for the development of type 2 immunity and the pathological characteristics of a preclinical "DA-like" model (manuscript in preparation). The investigators therefore hypothesize that the activation of MCs expressing MRGPRX2 by nociceptors producing SP plays a key role in the development of type 2 inflammation in AD in humans.
Looking for future studies?
Notify Me18 year–65 year
All sexes
Interventional
Not applicable
Toulouse, 31059, France
Healthy volunteers accepted: No
Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.
Inclusion criteria
Criteria for the study population:
Criteria related to the pathology studied:
Criteria relating to control subjects: Subjects who had abdominoplasty and agreed to use their skin sample as part of Genoskin (Ministerial Approval # AC-2017-2897) (Group 3).
Criteria for treatment:
Exclusion criteria
Criteria related to the pathology studied:
Criteria for treatment:
Criteria for regulation:
This is a classic dermatological clinical examination during a classic consultation
2 skin biopsies on a lesion area selected according to the inclusion criteria (2 punchs of 4 mm) for each experimental group.
The first half of whole cutaneous biopsies (n = 25) will be studied using biphotonic microscopy. This will be performed on whole biopsies in 3-D according to the protocol developed in the laboratory.
The second half of whole skin biopsies (n = 25) will be studied using the technique of single-cell RNA seq.
The skin controls skin-free subjects will be obtained from skin reduction surgery (abdominoplasty) to subjects who have agreed to the use of their skin sample.
A blood test on a tube (2 tubes of 10 mL).An assay of specific IgE and the serum level of IL-4, IL-13 and IL-5 will be carried out by ELISA (Enzyme Linked ImmunoSorbent Assay) from the blood samples.The blood samples will be obtained through the French blood establishment from different donors who have given their consent.
Time frame: 13 months
quantification by two-photon microscopy of the density of nerve fibers producing SP, the density of MRGPRX2 + MCs, the spatial proximity between nerve fibers and MC and quantification of the degranulated appearance of MC in the lesional skin of patients with DA classical form and DA atopic prurigo type in comparison to the skin of control subjects.
Time frame: 13 months
Analyze the intensity of type 2 immunity markers (Specific IgE Assay for Dermatophagoids Farinae, IL-4, IL-13 and IL-5) in the blood of patients with classical AD and atopic prurigo type AD.
Time frame: 13 months
To analyze the diversity of cellular subtypes present in the skin of patients with classical AD and atopic prurigo type DA.
University Hospital, Toulouse
Other
Acronym: IMMCEPTION
OpenTrials presents study information sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. The official registry record should be consulted for the latest information.
View the official ClinicalTrials.gov record (opens in a new tab)This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.
Published trials that share one or more normalized conditions with this study.
NCT06687512
Atopic Dermatitis, Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
View Trial DetailsNCT05613062
Atopic Dermatitis, Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities
Hong Kong
View Trial DetailsNCT05633355
Atopic Dermatitis, Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
View Trial DetailsNCT05899816
Atopic Dermatitis, Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
View Trial Details