A Study Of Spectroscopy Device For Triage Of Suspicious Vulvar Lesions

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to assess feasibility of DermaSensor™ device use on vulvar skin by Gynecologic providers.

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:

  • Age ≥18

  • Biopsy proven diagnosis of vulvar SCC, HPV-associated VIN 3, or HPV-independent differentiated VIN planning surgical excision at Mayo Rochester

  • Ability to provide informed consent, including with the assistance of an in-person or virtual interpreter

  • Multiple distinct lesions on the same patient may be included as distinct device applications, up to two non-contiguous lesions

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Pregnancy

  • Incarceration

  • Lesion proximal to the hymen (no vaginal or peri-urethral mucosal lesions)

  • Lesions at the anal verge

  • Absence of residual lesion beyond prior biopsy or surgical site (device cannot be applied on a healing biopsy site or surgical scar)

  • Lesion covered with excessive crust, erosion, or ulceration

  • Previous treatment with CO2 laser, CUSA, cryotherapy, or other ablative techniques at the site of device application

  • Previous treatment with vulvar radiation therapy at the site of device application

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

Eligibility last updated 06/10/2026. 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

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Kelly Bruce, M.D., M.S.

Contact us for the latest status

Contact information:

Kelly Bruce

5072557028

bruce.kelly@mayo.edu

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