Massive african study hunts for heart defect genes
NCT ID NCT01952171
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study looked at the genetic causes of congenital heart disease (heart problems present at birth) in over 1,200 people from Uganda and Nigeria. Researchers collected DNA from affected children and their family members to find gene changes linked to the condition. The goal was to learn more about the genetic basis of the disease, not to test a treatment.
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Childrens National Medical Center
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States
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