Genetics of Spina Bifida and Anencephaly

Completed

Conditions studied: Anencephaly, Acrania

In brief

The goal of this research study is to discover the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the cause of neural tube defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly. Ultimately, this type of research may result in improved diagnosis, improved treatment and possibly prevention.

Key facts

Study ID
NCT00636233
Run by
Duke University
People needed
10000
Starts
1993-05-01
Expected to finish
2017-08-02
Last updated by the study team
2020-04-02

Who can join

Age: any. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

Where it is running

Full record on ClinicalTrials.gov

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