Gene-Face link in rare syndromes revealed
NCT ID NCT07360704
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study examined 39 children aged 4 to 18 with Marfan or Loeys-Dietz syndromes to see how their genetic differences relate to facial and jaw structure. Researchers used X-rays to measure bone relationships in the face and compared groups based on their specific gene changes. The goal was to help orthodontists better understand and treat these patients.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Unit of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry - Section of Dentistry - Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatrics - University of Pavia
Pavia, Lombardy, 27100, Italy
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