Telomere Repair Gene Mutation in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Plain-language summary

This study investigates mutations in telomere repair genes in people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. It included people aged 2-80 with a diagnosis of ulcerative colitis or regional enteritis. It is an observational (non-phase) study and has been completed.

The summary above is a plain-language rendering of the official record. The original English title is shown for reference.

Trial details

Phase

N/A

Status

Completed

Sponsor

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Start date

5/15/2006

Estimated completion

5/21/2020

Countries

United States

Related genes

Locations

• Bethesda, United States

Eligibility criteria

Criteria are reproduced from the ClinicalTrials.gov record in the original English. Only the trial team can determine eligibility.

* INCLUSION CRITERIA:

Diagnosis of ulcerative colitis or regional enteritis

For adults:

Ability to comprehend the investigational nature of the study and provide informed consent. Or

For minors: Written informed consent from one parent or guardian and informed assent. The process will be explained to the minor on a level of complexity appropriate for their age and ability to comprehend.

Age greater than 2 but less or equal to 80 years old

EXCLUSION CRITERIA:

All subjects not fulfilling the inclusion criteria will be considered ineligible.