Scientists build tissue bank to unlock vasculitis mysteries
NCT ID NCT02967068
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study collects tissue samples from 1,000 people with various forms of vasculitis, a group of rare inflammatory blood vessel diseases. Researchers will analyze the samples alongside clinical data to identify genes that increase risk and to spark new ideas for diagnosis and treatment. The goal is to better understand what causes these diseases.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could uncover genetic causes of vasculitis and lead to new diagnostic tests or therapies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational tissue collection study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to new treatments, and results may take years.
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Locations
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Boston University School of Medicine
COMPLETEDBoston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
COMPLETEDBoston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Cleveland Clinic
COMPLETEDCleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States
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St. Joseph's Healthcare
RECRUITINGHamilton, Ontario, L8N 3B6, Canada
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University of Pennsylvania
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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University of Pittsburgh
COMPLETEDPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15261, United States
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University of Toronto Mount Sinai Hospital
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M5G 1X5, Canada
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University of Utah
COMPLETEDSalt Lake City, Utah, 84132, United States