Collection of blood samples to study pediatric heart disease
Official title: IPSC Repository of Pediatric Cardiovascular Disease
Run by Nationwide Children's Hospital · NCT05550324 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is collecting blood samples from kids with congenital heart disease to see if they can create special cells that help researchers understand and treat heart problems in children better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Nationwide Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 2, 2021 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2030 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2030 |
| Registry record updated | February 25, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT05550324 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include children diagnosed with congenital heart disease or related syndromes.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients without a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease or those not related to individuals in the study cohorts may not benefit from this study.
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 aims to collect blood samples from patients diagnosed with congenital heart disease and related syndromes to generate and maintain induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). These iPSCs will be used for genomic sequencing and biomedical research to enhance the understanding and treatment of pediatric cardiovascular diseases. By analyzing the genetic information from these patients, researchers hope to identify mutations and variations that contribute to heart conditions in children. The study also explores the potential of iPSCs to differentiate into various heart cell types, which could lead to novel drug discoveries and regenerative therapies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and therapies for pediatric cardiovascular diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies utilizing iPSCs for cardiovascular research have shown promise, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. The subjects must have the diagnosis of cardiovascular disease 2. The subject must have a syndrome associated with cardiovascular disease 3. The subject must be related to an individual in cohort 1 or 2 4. The subject is considered a control and does not fall into any of the other cohorts Exclusion Criteria: N/A
Where it's running
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jade F Hayden, BSN
- Email: jade.hayden@nationwidechildrens.org
- Phone: 16143555648
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.