Cutis laxa
MONDO:0016175Cutis laxa (CL) is an inherited or acquired connective tissue disorder characterized by wrinkled, redundant and sagging inelastic skin associated with skeletal and developmental anomalies and, in some cases, with severe systemic involvement. Several different forms of inherited CL have been described, differentiated on the basis of the mode of inheritance and differences in the extent of internal organ involvement, associated anomalies and disease severity.
Also known as: cutis laxa, elastolysis, generalised elastolysis, generalized elastolysis
34 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
Follow this condition — get notified about new trialsSub-types
Broader categories
-
Eggshell extract promises youthful skin in new study
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis 12-week study tests whether a daily eggshell membrane supplement (Ovolux) can improve skin firmness and moisture in 100 healthy adults aged 35-65 with sagging or dry skin. Participants will take capsules and have their skin and hair measured with special devices. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ESM Technologies, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
-
Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind aortic aneurysms
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to uncover the genetic roots of aortic aneurysms and valve disease by analyzing tissue and blood samples from 3,000 participants. Researchers will look for new disease-causing genes and factors that affect disease severity. The goal is to build a biorepository to …
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC