UV Sensor in Patients With Actinic Keratosis

To validate the use of Ultraviolet (UV) radiation sensor in patients with actinic keratosis, to identify barriers to its use in prospective longitudinal studies.

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Key information

Conditions

Keratosis, Actinic Keratosis Neoplasms Precancerous Conditions Skin Diseases Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases

Age range

65 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Dermatology Unit (Hospital Clinic)

Barcelona, Spain

About this study

To prevent both acute and chronic damage from exposure to UV A and UV B radiation. Personal UV exposure can be assessed by portable sensors. Having an accurate awareness of one's own behavior (assessed by the accuracy of the UV sensor), can motivate and engage with skin protection.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

>=65 years presenting actinic keratosis on scalp and/or face

Exclusion criteria

Patients who, due to health problems or lifestyle habits, do not expose themselves regularly to UV radiation (outdoor) for at least one hour a day.

Treatment and study plan

UV sensor

Device

Use of UV sensor to be informed about the sun exposure daily through a mobile application

Primary outcomes

QOL UV sensor

Time frame: Up to week 4

Questionnaire will be carried out to qualitatively evaluate different aspects of the usability of the UV device, Minimum Value 0; Maximun Value 20, where higher value is the better.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Almirall, S.A.

Industry

Registry information

Official study title

Pilot Feasibility Study of Using UV Sensor in Patients With Actinic Keratosis

Important dates

Study start: 2022
Primary completion: 2022
Study completion: 2022
First posted: Aug 1, 2022
Registry last updated: Nov 14, 2022

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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.

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