DNA hunt for why some NF1 patients get more skin tumors
NCT ID NCT04941027
First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study collected DNA and health information from over 1,000 adults aged 40+ with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) to find genetic differences that explain why some people develop more skin tumors. Researchers used a genome-wide analysis to identify common genetic variants linked to tumor growth. The goal is to better understand NF1 and guide more personalized care in the future.
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Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Baltimore, California, 21218, United States
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Stanford University
Redwood City, California, 94063, United States
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