Could your genes predict rotator cuff tears?
NCT ID NCT01193647
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether rotator cuff disease runs in families. Researchers will collect DNA, medical history, and family history from 400 people to understand genetic risk factors. The goal is to build a resource for future studies, not to test a new treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States
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VA Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84148, United States
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