Surgery for Congenital Melanocytic Nevi in Children
Quality of Life and Stigmatization in Children With Congenital Melanocytic Nevi Before and After Nevus Excision
Recruiting
Observational Study
Quality of Life
Stigmatization
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 9 Months – 16
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University Children's Hospital, Zurich · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for children with large birthmarks who need surgery to remove them. Participants will help researchers understand how this surgery affects their quality of life and feelings of being judged by others.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have a congenital melanocytic nevus that is at least 2 cm2.
- I am between 9 months and 16 years old.
You may not be able to join if
- I have mental retardation.
- My parents do not speak German well.
- I have severe health problems.
- I have had treatments like surgery or laser for my nevus.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN) are a quite common congenital disorder. Over years, surgical excision was proposed to the patients because transformation into a malignant skin tumor (melanoma) was feared. Recent data proof that the risk for malignancy was overestimated. Nowadays still a lot of patients express their wish for surgical removal out of aesthetic reasons and psychological impacts. Ma…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* patients with a congenital melanocytic nevi of at least 2 cm2 that will be removed surgically
* age between 9 months and 16 years
Exclusion Criteria:
* mental retardation of the child
* insufficient knowledge of the German language of both parents
* severe comorbidities
* pr…
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