UV Sensor in Patients With Actinic Keratosis
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
To validate the use of Ultraviolet (UV) radiation sensor in patients with actinic keratosis, to identify barriers to its use in prospective longitudinal studies.
Condition or Disease | Intervention/Treatment | Phase |
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Detailed Description
To prevent both acute and chronic damage from exposure to UV A and UV B radiation. Personal UV exposure can be assessed by portable sensors. Having an accurate awareness of one's own behavior (assessed by the accuracy of the UV sensor), can motivate and engage with skin protection.
Study Design
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- QOL UV sensor [Up to week 4]
Questionnaire will be carried out to qualitatively evaluate different aspects of the usability of the UV device, Minimum Value 0; Maximun Value 20, where higher value is the better.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
=65 years presenting actinic keratosis on scalp and/or face
Exclusion Criteria:
Patients who, due to health problems or lifestyle habits, do not expose themselves regularly to UV radiation (outdoor) for at least one hour a day.
Contacts and Locations
Locations
Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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1 | Dermatology Unit (Hospital Clinic) | Barcelona | Spain |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- Almirall, S.A.
Investigators
None specified.Study Documents (Full-Text)
None provided.More Information
Publications
None provided.- Usability UV sensor study