Bone health in Marfan and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at bone density in people with Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. It aims to understand how bone mineralization changes over time in these conditions.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
- You are a child or adult under the care of one of the two participating centers in Italy.
- You have had at least one bone density scan in the past.
- You do not have any metal implants in your spine or hip joint.
- You have no history of bone cancer.
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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