Twin study of childhood brain tumors
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This study looks at genetic differences between identical twins where only one twin has a childhood brain or spinal cord tumor. It helps researchers understand why some children get cancer and others don't.
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Who can take part
- You or your child has a central nervous system (CNS) tumor (brain or spinal cord).
- There is a same-sex twin sibling (twin brother or sister).
- The CNS tumor was diagnosed before age 19.
- You are willing to enroll in the APEC14B1 study (or are already enrolled).
- If the twin with the tumor has died, a blood sample from them must be saved through APEC14B1.
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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