Skin cell study for Marfan syndrome and aortic aneurysms
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at skin cells (fibroblasts) from people with Marfan syndrome or other genetic conditions that cause thoracic aortic aneurysms. The goal is to understand how these cells behave, which may help improve future treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older and can give your consent to participate.
- You have been diagnosed with Marfan syndrome and a thoracic aortic aneurysm, OR you have a non-syndromic thoracic aortic aneurysm (a bulge in your chest's main artery).
- You do NOT have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or a smoking habit.
- You have not taken steroid medications or certain antibiotics (fluoroquinolones) in the last 6 months.
- You have no history of keloid scars (raised scars) or allergies to anesthetic drugs.
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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