Scientists launch study to map rare baker gordon syndrome from childhood to adulthood
NCT ID NCT06399952
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study follows 50 children and adults with Baker Gordon Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, to track how the condition changes over time. Participants will undergo brain scans, EEGs, and genetic testing, and complete developmental assessments. The goal is to create better tools for diagnosis and monitoring, paving the way for future treatment trials.
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 successful, this study could provide the tools and measurements needed to run future clinical trials for treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve symptoms, and results may take years to impact care.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 50 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Apr 2024
- Expected to finish
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May 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Study Population: * Genetically confirmed BAGOS * 0-99 years This study will comprehensively evaluate the natural clinical progression of the disease using scales and questionnaires for the assessment of motor function and global development, and by collecting sleep and seizure diaries. In addition, genetic and proteomic analysis, EEG recordings and brain MRI will be collected to identify biomarkers that will indicate disease progression or improvements following treatment.
- Ages
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0 to 99 years
- Sex
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Anyone
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Genetically confirmed diagnosis of Baker Gordon syndrome. * 0-99 years * Ability to send medical records and diagnostic test results. * Ability to complete tests and questionnaires. Exclusion Criteria: • The presence of another condition or co-morbidity unrelated to Baker Gordon syndrome, that affects neurodevelopment. In this study, the primary caregivers/LAR for each participant diagnosed Baker Gordon Syndrome will be also considered participants. Caregivers/LAR will have to meet the following inclusion criteria: * \>18 years. * Legal caregiver of the patient diagnosed with a Baker Gordon Syndrome. * Willingness to follow study procedures, as assessed by the research team. * Willingness to sign the consent form. * Ability to understand all the information regarding the study, as assessed by the research team. Caregivers/LAR Exclusion Criteria: • Less than 18 years old.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Missouri Columbia
RECRUITINGColumbia, Missouri, 65201, United States
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