Nickel In Crohn’s Disease

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to investigate whether nickel deposition in intestinal tissue is associated with nickel contact allergy and Crohn’s disease activity.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults aged 18 or older.

  • Archive terminal ileum biopsies available in the Mayo Clinic pathology archives.

  • Documented diagnosis of:

    • Active Crohn’s disease, or

    • Inactive Crohn’s disease, or

    • No IBD vs UC

  • Willing and able to provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Under 18 years of age.

  • Has used topical or oral steroids two weeks prior to patch testing.

  • Currently taking immunosuppression agents or is immunocompromised due to medical condition.

  • No sunburn or rash at site of testing.

  • Women who are breastfeeding or pregnant.

  • Treatment with ultraviolet (UV) light (including tanning) during the two weeks prior to visit..

  • Subjects unable to comply with patch test study requirements including multiple return visits and activity restrictions (e.g., protecting patch test area from excess moisture due to showering)

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 11/25/2025. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Jacksonville, Fla.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Jana Al Hashash, M.D., M.S.

Contact us for the latest status

Contact information:

Laura Pacheco-Spann

(904) 953-2000

FLAQHSCS@mayo.edu

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