Scientists launch major study to unravel mysteries of painful skin disease

NCT ID NCT03967600

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is collecting data from 1,000 people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a painful and poorly understood skin condition. Researchers aim to identify key clinical and biological features of HS to create a classification system and find potential treatment targets. Participants will provide samples and medical information over time, but no experimental treatment is given.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could lead to better classification of hidradenitis suppurativa and identify new targets for future treatments.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly test any therapy. Results may take years to translate into clinical benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hidradenitis suppurativa

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of California, San Francisco

    RECRUITING

    San Francisco, California, 94115, United States

    Contact

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