Epidermolysis bullosa
MONDO:0006541Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of genetic skin diseases that cause the skin to blister very easily. Blisters form in response to minor injuries or friction, such as rubbing or scratching. There are four main types of epidermolysis bullosa: dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa Epidermolysis bullosa simplex Junctional epidermolysis bullosa Kindler Syndrome Identifying the exact type can be hard because there are many subtypes of EB. Within each type or subtype, a person may be mildly or severely affected. The disease can range from being a minor inconvenience to completely disabling, and fatal in some cases. Most types of EB are inherited. The inheritance pattern may be autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive. Management involves protecting the skin, reducing friction against the skin, and keeping the skin cool.
Also known as: epidermolysis bullosa, EB
45 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New combo therapy aims to heal wounds in rare skin disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding IV IgG treatment to standard VYJUVEK therapy can help wounds heal faster and reduce blistering in people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic skin condition. Eight participants will receive IV IgG alongside their u…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M. Peter Marinkovich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Gene therapy gel aims to stop skin cancer from coming back in RDEB patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a gene therapy gel called BVEC can reduce the return of squamous cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer) in people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic condition that causes fragile, blistering skin. The gel is app…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Lab-Grown skin patch could heal wounds in 'Butterfly Children'
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new skin graft made from a patient's own cells, genetically modified to produce a missing protein. It aims to safely heal wounds in 9 people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare disease that causes fragile, blistering skin. The graft i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New eye drops aim to ease painful corneal scratches in rare skin disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an eye drop called KB803 in 16 people aged 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB), a rare genetic condition causing fragile skin and recurrent corneal abrasions. Participants will receive both KB803 and a placebo in random order to see if …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Krystal Biotech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New gel could help heal wounds in rare skin disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a gel called Oleogel-S10 on skin wounds in people with inherited epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a condition that causes fragile, blistering skin. The trial includes 6 Japanese children and adults with junctional or dystrophic EB. Participants apply the gel to wounds…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Could Cell-Derived vesicles heal skin wounds in epidermolysis bullosa?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 1/2 trial tests a topical treatment called Ev.FV, made from cell-derived particles, to help heal wounds in people with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB), a genetic skin condition causing painful blisters. The study will enroll 20 participants with active wounds an…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Isfahan University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New gel could ease blistering for skin disorder patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a gel called TolaSure on people aged 4 and older with epidermolysis bullosa simplex, a condition that causes fragile skin and blisters. For the first 2 months, some participants get the gel and others get a placebo; then everyone gets the gel for another 2 months…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioMendics, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:57 UTC
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AI reads your skin: new tool aims to help doctors spot rashes and moles
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a software tool called Belle.ai that uses artificial intelligence to help doctors diagnose common skin diseases. About 400 patients at dermatology clinics will have three photos taken of their skin condition. The AI will analyze the photos and suggest possib…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New gel could ease pain and heal wounds for kids with butterfly skin
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a gel called TCP-25 on people with epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a condition that causes fragile skin and painful blisters. About 32 people aged 4 and older with certain types of EB will have two matching wounds treated—one with the study gel and one with a placebo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xinnate AB • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New eye drop battle: which offers better dry eye relief?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two preservative-free eye drops, Artelac Complete MDO and VISMED MULTI, for treating moderate to severe dry eye disease. About 160 adults who have used tear substitutes for at least a month will use one of the two drops for 90 days. Researchers will measure ch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dr. Gerhard Mann chem.-pharm. Fabrik GmbH • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Can an existing drug calm the itch of rare genetic skin diseases?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing whether dupilumab, a drug already used for eczema, can reduce severe itching in people with various genetic skin disorders. The trial will enroll 30 participants and last 26 months, including a 16-week treatment period and a longer extension phas…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New program aims to reduce shame from chronic illness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a group counseling program called Healing HEARTS to help people with conditions like obesity, skin disease, cancer, HIV, diabetes, or chronic pain deal with internalized stigma. Participants will either join the counseling program or a peer support group. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New Wound-Cleaning pad could speed healing
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new two-sided pad (Debrisoft Duo) for cleaning wounds by removing dead tissue. About 104 adults with various wound types (like diabetic ulcers or burns) will be randomly assigned to the new pad or the current one-sided pad. The main goal is to see if the new pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lohmann & Rauscher • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Scientists seek skin samples to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects biological samples—like blood, skin biopsies, and swabs—from people with or at risk for skin diseases, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use these samples to study the causes of skin conditions and explore potential treatments. Up to 700 particip…
Sponsor: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Stanford launches study to better understand rare blistering skin disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is screening people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic disease that causes painful blisters and open wounds from minor skin contact. Researchers at Stanford want to learn more about the disease and the patients' cells to develop new …
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study to measure hidden toll of rare skin diseases on patients and families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the full burden of 9 rare skin diseases—including physical, emotional, social, and financial challenges—on patients and their families. Researchers will use special questionnaires to track how these conditions affect daily life and care needs. About …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Cancer Patients' skin woes under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how skin conditions related to cancer or cancer treatments affect the well-being of cancer patients and survivors. About 1,025 participants will fill out questionnaires about their skin condition. The goal is to better understand these effects and improve trea…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Does a Wound-Healing gel raise cancer risk? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 580 people with dystrophic or junctional epidermolysis bullosa (EB) for up to 5 years. Researchers want to see if using Filsuvez, a birch bark extract gel that helps heal blisters, changes the risk of developing skin cancer. Participants receive standard care, …
Sponsor: Amryt Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:06 UTC