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Study to Investigate Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Onset Obesity.

Recruitingn/aAges any - 80 YearsAllColumbia University
NCT01998750 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study aims to investigate genetic causes of early childhood obesity. The investigators will enroll children and adults with severe early onset obesity (BMI \> 99th percentile) diagnosed prior to 6 years of age. The investigators will ask questions about the health and eating behavior of the participants, and perform a brief physical examination. The investigators will collect saliva or blood to perform genetic testing from the participants and invite family members to enroll in the study.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: \- BMI \> 99th percentile documented at age \< 6 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * Known genetic causes of obesity * Known Endocrine causes of obesity. * Neurologic tumor, trauma or surgery * Prior malignancy or transplant * Known autoimmune diseases * Edema of a known or unknown cause * Prolonged steroid use.
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What it tests

  • Not listed
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Where

2 sites
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, United States
Columbia University Medical Center
New York, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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