Mucopolysaccharidosis type 4
MONDO:0018938A lysosomal storage disease belonging to the group of mucopolysaccharidoses, and characterized by spondylo-epiphyso-metaphyseal dysplasia. It exists in two forms, A and B.
Also known as: MPS4, MPSIV, Morquio disease, Morquio syndrome, Mucopolysaccharidosis IV, eccentro-osteochondrodysplasia, eccentrochondrodysplasia, eccentroosteochondrodysplasia
13 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a daily shot help kids with rare bone diseases grow?
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests a daily injection of vosoritide (Voxzogo) in 6 children aged 5 to 10 with MPS IVA or VI, rare conditions that cause growth problems. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable over 96 weeks. Researchers will also look at changes in height and…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New york program offers extra screening for 100,000 newborns
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONScreenPlus is a large pilot program that offers families the option to have their newborn screened for a panel of rare genetic disorders, in addition to standard newborn screening. The study aims to screen 100,000 infants born at eight hospitals in New York. Researchers will eval…
Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study monitors heart risks in rare genetic disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 30 people with mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) over three years to see how their heart and arteries change. Researchers use neck ultrasounds and blood tests to measure artery thickness, stiffness, and signs of inflammation. The goal is to better understand cardiova…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Orange County • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC