Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind rare tumors
NCT ID NCT03160274
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at the genes of people with rare nervous system tumors called pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma. Researchers want to find the genetic changes that cause these tumors and how they affect health. Up to 2,000 patients and their family members will provide DNA samples and medical history. The goal is to improve genetic testing and guide future treatment decisions.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 2,000 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Oct 2005
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2030
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
Individuals must have confirmed personal or family history of pheochromocytoma, paraganglioma or associated conditions. Relatives of patients with pheochromocytoma and/or paraganglioma are also eligible. Consent form will be obtained from all patients. It is expected that a number of participants in the study will be from outside our institution and also outside U.S.
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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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: * diagnosis of pheochromocytoma and or paraganglioma * family member with diagnosis of pheochromocytoma and or paraganglioma * diagnosis of a pheochromocytoma- and or paraganglioma-associated condition * family member with diagnosis of a pheochromocytoma- and or paraganglioma-associated condition Exclusion Criteria: * unconfirmed diagnosis of pheochromocytoma and/or paraganglioma or associated condition
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Conditions
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Texas Health Science Center
RECRUITINGSan Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States
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