Skin clues could unmask rare nerve disease in kids
NCT ID NCT03893643
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at children under 15 with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2), a rare genetic condition that causes nerve tumors. Researchers want to see if skin and mouth lesions can help diagnose NF2 earlier than current methods, which rely on hearing, nerve, and eye symptoms. By examining 1,000 children, the study aims to identify common skin signs that might speed up detection.
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 skin signs prove useful, this could lead to earlier diagnosis of neurofibromatosis type 2 in children, potentially improving outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may find that skin findings are not reliable enough for early detection.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nice Hospital
RECRUITINGNice, 06000, France
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