Scientists map healthy skin nerves to spot disease

NCT ID NCT01498211

Summary

This study aimed to establish normal ranges for tiny nerve fibers in the skin across different ages and sexes. Researchers collected small skin samples from 300 healthy volunteers to measure nerve fiber density. The results will help doctors better diagnose small fiber neuropathy by comparing patient samples to these normal ranges.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de Besançon

    Besançon, 25030, France

  • CHU de Nancy

    Nancy, 54035, France

  • Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg

    Strasbourg, 67091, France

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