7,000 volunteers needed to crack the genetic code of keloids.
NCT ID NCT01619553
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to find the genes that cause or contribute to keloid scarring. Researchers will analyze DNA from 7,000 people who have keloids, as well as their unaffected family members. The goal is to better understand why some people develop these raised scars, which could lead to 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 point toward genetic targets for future treatments or prevention of keloid scarring.
What could go wrong
This is an observational genetic study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to new therapies, and results may take years to translate into clinical use.
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University of Connecticut Health Center (UCHC)
RECRUITINGFarmington, Connecticut, 06030-3705, United States