Scientists launch major study to map rare 'Black Bone' disease

NCT ID NCT00005909

Summary

This study aims to deeply understand alkaptonuria, a rare genetic disease that causes arthritis, bone fractures, and tissue discoloration. Researchers will observe up to 300 patients over several years, using modern scans and tests to track how the disease develops and affects the body. The goal is to gather detailed information to better advise patients and prepare for future drug trials, but this study itself does not test a new treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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