Scientists uncover DNA's hidden role in Kids' gut disease

NCT ID NCT05916274

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 40 children aged 6 to 17 with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's or ulcerative colitis) to understand how DNA that escapes from cells might make inflammation worse. Researchers analyzed blood, stool, and gut tissue samples to see if a specific pathway (cGAS-STING) is involved. The goal was to find new clues for better treatments, not to test a therapy directly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Bites and Stings Crohn disease inflammatory bowel disease ulcerative colitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Orléans

    Orléans, France