Expert Consensus on the Clinical Management of Melasma: A Delphi Method Study
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- Enrolling By Invitation
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 15
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Consensus on Diagnostic & therapeutic Criteria for Melasma
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to gather expert opinions on the best ways to treat and manage melasma, a common skin condition characterized by dark patches on the face. Using a method called the Delphi Method, a group of dermatologists and other specialists will participate in several rounds of surveys to share their insights and reach a consensus on the most effective treatments and management strategies. The goal is to create a set of evidence-based guidelines that can help doctors provide more consistent, effective care for patients with melasma. The study will ensure that all experts' opinions are anonymous, and the results will be shared to improve treatment practices worldwide.
详细描述
This study is designed to establish expert consensus on the management and treatment of melasma through a Delphi Method approach. The Delphi Method is a structured, iterative process where a panel of specialists-primarily dermatologists and other healthcare professionals experienced in treating melasma-will be asked to respond to a series of surveys. These surveys will allow experts to share their opinions on the most effective treatments, diagnostic criteria, and management strategies for melasma.
The study will be conducted in multiple rounds:
Round 1: Experts will provide open-ended feedback on their experiences and perspectives on melasma treatment.
Round 2: Based on the responses from Round 1, a refined set of questions will be circulated to clarify or expand on the issues raised.
Round 3: A final round will help refine and solidify the consensus on treatment approaches and care protocols.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Observational
- 观察模型
- Other
- 时间视角
- Cross Sectional
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 25 Years 至 —（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Board-certified or equivalent dermatologist,
- •Minimum of 5 years of post-certification clinical experience in the management of MELASMA,
- •Willingness to participate in all Delphi rounds.
排除标准
- •Inability or unwillingness to complete Delphi rounds.
- •Lack of clinical experience with MELASMA
- •Industry representatives without direct clinical practice
结局指标
主要结局
Consensus on Diagnostic & therapeutic Criteria for Melasma
时间窗: 6-12 weeks
Establishment of expert consensus on core domains of melasma diagnosis and management measured by the proportion of statements reaching predefined consensus agreement after completion of delphi rounds
次要结局
未报告次要终点