Beacon Trial – Best systemic treatments for adults with atopic eczema over the long term

South West Dermatology have been asked to highlight to potential patients with moderate to severe eczema a clinical trial comparing the advantages and disadvantages of the current second line treatment options where traditional topical treatment has failed. This is a national UK clinical trial and being hosted by the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Trust hospital.

This trial is open to adults 18 years and over only with moderate to severe eczema not responding to prescription eczema treatments. 

There are inclusion and exclusion criteria that would need to considered by a consultant Dermatologist before agreement that a potential patient is eligible to participate.

Potential patients would need to be agree to be reviewed and monitored at the Exeter hospital as per the clinical trial protocol.

Potential patients agreeing to be considered for the  trial would have the advantage of accessing NHS Dermatology at the hospital sooner than the current routine wait following referral.

Find out more information by visiting the Beacon Trial website.

Please note we can only refer potential patients that we have seen face to face to this clinical trial. Do not automatically assume we will refer you on on for this clinical trial simply because you request it, or believe you are eligible or because you have booked a consultation with us. There are inclusion and exclusion criteria that a Dermatologist needs to assess without prejudice.