NIH study unlocks secrets of rare facial paralysis conditions

NCT ID NCT02055248

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study looked at people with Moebius syndrome and similar conditions that make it hard to move the face or eyes. Researchers wanted to understand the genetic causes and describe the physical and mental features of these disorders. Over 200 participants, ages 2 to 80, had medical tests, genetic analysis, and imaging to gather detailed information.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

Conditions

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