Scientists probe Children's growth plates to unlock secrets of bone development

NCT ID NCT03501589

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

Summary

This study aims to understand the biological processes that control how children's limbs grow. Researchers will analyze small tissue samples taken during routine orthopedic surgeries from up to 100 children and young adults. The goal is to identify molecules that could one day be used to help heal growth plate injuries or manage growth problems.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic'

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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