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Cystinosis clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 6 Cystinosis clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (3), France (2), United Kingdom (1)). By phase: Phase 1/2 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 6Clinical trials
- 3Countries
Newest Cystinosis clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Cystinosis and Mitochondrial Metabolism study | — | Bron and 8 other locations | Recruiting | Jan 6, 2026 |
| National Registry for Rare Kidney Diseases | — | Bristol, South West | Recruiting | Oct 4, 2023 |
| Cohort study on cystinosis in Europe | — | Paris, Île-de-France Region | Recruiting | Jun 13, 2023 |
| Transplanting stem cells and kidneys from the same donor to prevent rejection | Phase 1/2 | Palo Alto, California | Recruiting | Aug 19, 2022 |
| Registry for patients with rare diseases | — | Sioux Falls, South Dakota | Recruiting | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Using cysteamine to treat cystinosis | — | Bethesda, Maryland | Recruiting | Aug 2, 2006 |
All recruiting trials (6)
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Cystinosis and Mitochondrial Metabolism study
This study tests a treatment approach targeting mitochondrial metabolism in people with nephropathic cystinosis to see if it improves kidney-related outcomes.
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National Registry for Rare Kidney Diseases
This study is collecting health information from people with rare kidney diseases to help improve treatments and create better care guidelines.
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Cohort study on cystinosis in Europe
This study looks at how cystinosis affects the lives of patients in Europe and how different treatments impact their health and well-being.
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Transplanting stem cells and kidneys from the same donor to prevent rejection
This study is testing if giving patients stem cells and a kidney from the same donor can help prevent kidney rejection without needing lifelong medication to suppress their immune system.
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Registry for patients with rare diseases
This study is creating a central registry for people with rare diseases to help connect them with researchers and improve treatments.
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Using cysteamine to treat cystinosis
This study is testing how well the medication cysteamine works for people with cystinosis and what long-term effects it has on their health.
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Quick answers
How many Cystinosis clinical trials are recruiting right now?
6, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (3 trials), France (2 trials), United Kingdom (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 1/2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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