About this trial
This study looks at how skin problems related to cancer or its treatment impact a person's overall well-being. Many cancer patients and survivors have skin conditions. These can be caused by the cancer itself or by the treatments they receive. Participants will fill out questionnaires to share how they feel about their skin issues. The goal is to learn more about these conditions and find better ways to help patients manage them.
The trial's ID is NCT02296450. This is an observational study, which means it observes participants without giving specific treatments. It is FDA-regulated and aims to include about 1,025 participants.
Who can join
This study is open to both boys and girls, as well as men and women, aged 3 years and older. Participants must have a skin condition related to cancer treatment or their cancer diagnosis. Family members or caregivers can also join if they can provide consent. Some people may not be able to join if they have certain cognitive or mental health challenges.
Conditions
Cancer, Dermatologic Conditions
The study team makes the final call on eligibility.
What happens in the study
Participants will complete questionnaires about their skin conditions. Their doctor will assess their skin problems and offer treatment if needed. The quality of life questionnaires will be given at the first visit and again during follow-up visits. Everyone involved will share their experiences, but treatment decisions will be made by the doctor based on each patient's needs.
Where
This trial is running at 4 locations in the United States. All of them are currently recruiting.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Basking Ridge, New Jersey
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York
Memorial Sloan Kettering Suffolk- Hauppauge
Hauppauge, New York
Memorial Sloan Kettering Westchester
Harrison, New York