Scientists analyze genetic markers in stored samples to boost personalized medicine
NCT ID NCT07573072
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at DNA methylation patterns in stored samples from 90 patients with rare skeletal disorders, sarcomas, or inflammatory arthritis. The goal was to better understand these patterns and explore their potential for diagnosis and treatment. The research aimed to improve data sharing and support personalized medicine for these conditions.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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90 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2025
- Finished
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Jul 2025
- 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
patients affected by a rare skeletal disorder, sarcoma, or inflammatory arthritis.
- 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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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Be a patient with a sample stored in one of the biobanks belonging to the CRB IOR * Have one of the following conditions: a rare skeletal disorder, sarcoma, or inflammatory arthritis. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who have refused to consent to the use of their samples or the processing of their data for genetic studies * Patients who have refused to consent to the transfer of their samples outside the IOR
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzzoli
Bologna, BO, 40136, Italy
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