Genetic study of children with heart birth defects
Part of Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks for chromosome changes in children born with heart defects. It may help doctors understand why some children have these conditions.
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Who can take part
- Your child must have a heart defect that was present at birth, confirmed by a heart doctor or an echocardiogram.
- Your child must be between 1 month and 18 years old.
- You must be seen at Assiut University Children's Hospital or Elmabara Insurance Hospital during the study.
- You (the parent or guardian) must agree to participate and sign a consent form.
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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