Scientists hunt for keloid-causing genes in 7,000 volunteers
NCT ID NCT01619553
First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study aims to find the genes that cause keloid scars, which are thick, raised scars that grow beyond the original wound. Researchers will collect DNA from up to 7,000 people with keloids and their family members. The goal is to understand why some people develop keloids and others do not.
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University of Connecticut Health Center (UCHC)
RECRUITINGFarmington, Connecticut, 06030-3705, United States
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