Family DNA hunt aims to uncover genetic roots of chiari malformation
NCT ID NCT05165030
First seen Mar 22, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study aimed to find genes that cause Chiari type 1 malformation, a condition where part of the brain pushes into the spinal canal. Researchers took blood samples from 40 people with the condition and their family members to analyze their DNA. The goal was to identify genetic mutations that may lead to the malformation, which could help understand why it runs in some families.
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Service de Neurochirurgie
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, Kremlin-Bicêtre, 94270, France
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