Contact dermatitis
MONDO:0005480An inflammatory skin condition caused by direct contact between the skin and either an irritating substance or an allergen.
Also known as: contact dermatitis, contact eczema
23 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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AI reads allergy patches: could home testing get easier?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested an artificial intelligence (AI) program called DermAI to see if it could accurately interpret photos of skin patch tests for contact dermatitis. Researchers compared the AI's readings to those of human experts. The goal was to make remote allergy testing more pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:33 UTC
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Which cream wins? study tests two skin protectants against diaper rash in seniors
Prevention CompletedThis study tested two different skin protection products to prevent incontinence-associated dermatitis (a type of diaper rash) in elderly nursing home residents. Researchers compared a film-forming protectant and a lipophilic (oil-based) protectant against no treatment in 220 par…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Silk bandage vs. skin glue: which is gentler after ACL surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a special silk dressing (SYLKE®) causes fewer skin problems like rashes, blisters, or redness compared to standard skin glue (Dermabond®) after ACL knee surgery. About 100 people aged 14 to 60 having ACL reconstruction will be randomly assigned to one of …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Which skin glue is gentler? new study puts three to the test
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three different skin glues (Dermabond, Swiftset, and Liquiband) used to close small incisions after laparoscopic or robotic abdominal surgery. 180 adults each received two different glues on opposite sides of their incisions. The main goal was to see which glue …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spray vs. ointment: which works better for incontinence rash?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a silicone barrier spray works as well as a standard zinc oxide ointment for treating mild skin rash caused by incontinence in nursing home residents. Forty participants received one of the two treatments as part of a regular skin care routine. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taoyuan Armed Forces General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a common wound dressing trigger allergic skin reactions?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether Aquacel, a silver-containing wound dressing used after hip or knee replacement surgery, can cause allergic contact dermatitis—a type of skin rash. Researchers will compare patients having their first joint replacement with those who had a previous join…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do future doctors know the skin risks of tattoos and piercings?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveys medical students to understand their attitudes toward tattoos and piercings and measure their awareness of related skin risks, such as infections, allergic reactions, and scarring. Researchers aim to see if students have adequate knowledge and how their views d…
Sponsor: Biruni University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pandemic's hidden toll: skin allergies surge among healthcare workers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted skin allergy visits among healthcare workers. Researchers analyzed records from 341 healthcare workers who visited skin clinics before and after the pandemic. The goal was to understand if increased use of masks, gloves, and …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC