Study of genes in severe early childhood obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks for genetic (inherited) reasons for severe obesity that starts in very early childhood. It may help doctors better understand the cause of your child’s weight gain and guide future treatment.
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Who can take part
- Your child has a body mass index (BMI) above the 99th percentile before age 6
- Your child has no known genetic cause of obesity
- Your child does not have a known hormone (endocrine) cause of obesity
- Your child has not had certain major medical conditions (like cancer or an organ transplant)
- Your child has not had major brain/nerve system problems or treatments that affect the brain (like a tumor, serious injury, or brain surgery)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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