Genetic hunt for rare skin condition could transform patient care

NCT ID NCT02862834

First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study looked at 39 people with a rare skin condition called syndromic poikiloderma, which also affects other parts of the body. Researchers used advanced genetic tests to find new genes that cause the condition. The goal is to give patients a clear diagnosis, better follow-up care (including cancer risk monitoring), and help families with genetic counseling and future pregnancy planning.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Dijon Bourgogne

    Dijon, 21079, France

Conditions

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