Clinical Trial: The Potential Role of Compounds Derived From Ultra-processed Foods in the Pathogenesis of Atopic Dermatitis in Pediatric Age

U.S., May 31 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06996327) titled 'The Potential Role of Compounds Derived From Ultra-processed Foods in the Pathogenesis of Atopic Dermatitis in Pediatric Age' on May 21.

Brief Summary: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition, primarily affecting children in urban and high-income areas. Its prevalence has increased significantly over the past 30 years, with up to 20% of children affected, often within their first year of life. AD is characterized by erythematous, scaly, pruritic lesions, xerosis, and frequent atopy, with distinct clinical features in children compared to adults.

The pathophysiology of AD involves skin barrier dysfuncti...