Hunting the genes that make severe infections worse
NCT ID NCT06102070
First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates why only some people develop severe infections from common germs. Researchers will analyze blood and skin samples from 2,000 participants with rare, serious infections to find genetic differences that may weaken immune defenses. The goal is to identify specific genes responsible for susceptibility, which could lead to better diagnosis and future treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify new genes linked to severe infections, paving the way for better treatments and personalized care.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to new therapies, and findings may take years to apply.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Centre d'Etudes des Déficits Immunitaires (CEDI), Hôpital Necker-Enfants
RECRUITINGParis, Île-de-France Region, 75015, France
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