Study genes in sex development differences and hypospadias
Part of Genetic & congenital, Hormones & metabolism, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks for genetic causes of differences in how a baby or child’s sex organs develop, including hypospadias. You may be able to join if doctors can’t find a reason using standard testing.
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Who can take part
- You (or your guardian) must be able to give informed consent
- You have a genital or gonadal difference such as hypospadias, microphallus, enlarged clitoris, or ambiguous genitalia
- A physical exam and/or imaging shows the difference
- Standard clinical evaluation did not find a known cause
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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