Heart problems in childhood lupus study
Part of Immune system & allergy, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at early heart function problems in children with lupus to find those at risk for severe disease. It may help doctors identify and treat severe lupus sooner.
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Who can take part
- You are younger than 18 years old when your lupus symptoms first started
- You have been diagnosed with lupus based on standard medical guidelines
- You do not have cancer currently or in the past
- You do not have an active infection (like bacterial, viral, fungal, or mycobacterial)
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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