Hypopigmentation of the skin
MONDO:0019290A condition caused by a deficiency or a loss of melanin pigmentation in the epidermis, also known as hypomelanosis. Hypopigmentation can be localized or generalized, and may result from genetic defects, trauma, inflammation, or infections.
Also known as: hypopigmentation of the skin, hypopigmentation of the skin (disease), hypomelanoses, hypomelanosis
21 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 2 tagged with Hypopigmentation of the skin itself.
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Syndromic oculocutaneous albinism 0 trials · 12 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Chediak-Higashi syndrome 9 trials
- Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome 4 trials Sub-types →
- Griscelli syndrome 2 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Oculocerebral hypopigmentation syndrome, Cross type 0 trials
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Oculocutaneous albinism 4 trials
9 sub-types
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 1 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autosomal dominant oculocutaneous albinism 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 3 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 4 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 5 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 6 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 7 0 trials
- Oculocutaneous albinism type 8 0 trials
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Piebaldism 4 trials
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Tietz syndrome 1 trial
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Ito hypomelanosis 0 trials
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Albinism-hearing loss syndrome 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Stem cell transplant offers new hope for kids with rare immune diseases
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a donor stem cell transplant for people with severe immune system problems, like SCID and Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome. The goal is to help the body make healthy blood cells and fight infections. Participants receive donated stem cells to rebuild their immune system.…
Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Milder stem cell transplant shows promise for kids with immune disorders
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a stem cell transplant using a milder chemotherapy-like regimen to treat children and young adults (up to age 28) with various immune system disorders. The goal is to help the donor stem cells settle in the body with fewer side effects. The study involves 20 part…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests gentler tooth removal for faster implant healing
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two tools, piezotome and periotome, used for gentle tooth extraction before placing a dental implant right away in the front upper teeth. The goal is to see which tool better preserves bone and gum tissue, leading to improved healing and appearance. Thirty adu…
Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Scientists dig into tissue samples to unravel lung scarring mystery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects and analyzes blood, DNA, and tissue samples from 315 adults with pulmonary fibrosis, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to learn more about the disease's causes, not to test a new treatment. Researchers hope the findings will guide future the…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which Mini-Implant size works best? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests two different diameters (1.6mm and 2mm) of mini-implants placed in the upper jaw to support orthodontic tooth movement. Twenty people receiving braces will get one size on each side of their mouth. Researchers will measure how stable the implants are, how much pa…
Sponsor: University of Baghdad • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC