Scientists hunt for genetic clues behind chiari brain condition

NCT ID NCT05165030

First seen Mar 22, 2026 · Last updated May 26, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study aimed to find genes that may cause Chiari type I malformation, a condition where part of the brain pushes into the spinal canal. Researchers took blood samples from 40 people with a family history of the condition to look for shared genetic mutations. The goal was to better understand why some families have this condition and whether certain genes also lead to related spinal fluid problems.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Service de Neurochirurgie

    Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, Kremlin-Bicêtre, 94270, France

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