Collecting skin samples for patients with congenital heart disease

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on collecting skin punch biopsy samples from patients with congenital heart disease. The goal is to streamline the process of identifying eligible patients for future interventional treatments, thereby reducing the manufacturing time for necessary products. Participants must be 18 years or older and likely to qualify for an active clinical trial under a specific investigational new drug protocol. The study will not involve any specific interventions at this stage.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 and older
* Congenital heart disease
* Likely to qualify for an active clinical trial under IND 28611 in the future

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous cardiac transplantation
* Unable or unwilling to consent
* HIV diagnosis
* Hepatitis diagnosis

Where it's running

• Mayo Clinic
  Rochester, Minnesota, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Adam Armstrong
• Email: clinical@webuildhearts.org
• Phone: (507) 577-1764

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.