Scientists hunt for genetic roots of rare childhood blood disorder
NCT ID NCT03912129
First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates the genetic causes of pediatric Evans syndrome, a rare autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks blood cells. Researchers analyze blood samples from affected children and their families to find known or new mutations. The goal is to better understand the disease's biology and classify patients by their genetic and immune profiles.
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 specific genes responsible for pediatric Evans syndrome, potentially pointing toward targeted treatments or better management strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear genetic causes, and any discoveries would need further research before leading to therapies.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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374 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2019
- Finished
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Jul 2023
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient registered in the French national prospective OBS'CEREVANCE cohort * Diagnosis of pediatric Evans syndrome (PTI+AHAI) * Age strictly under 18 years at the initial onset * Child residing in metropolitan France and affiliated to a french health insurance system * Free, informed, written and signed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Evans syndrome secondary to chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation or organ transplantation. * Refusal to participate from parents/patients
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, 33076, France
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