Collection of data and samples linked to the French Register of Intracranial Aneurysms

Multimodal Biocollection Linked to the French Register of Intracranial Aneurysms

Not applicable Interventional Nantes University Hospital · NCT06689410

This study is trying to gather information and samples to help understand different types of brain aneurysms and see if genetics can help predict their risk of bursting.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment1100 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorNantes University Hospital Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Nantes, Loire-Atlantique and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06689410 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The bCAN initiative aims to create a comprehensive collection of multimodal data and human samples associated with the French Intracranial Aneurysm Registry. This project focuses on developing a predictive model for intracranial aneurysm phenotypes by integrating genetic, imaging, and clinical data. It seeks to enhance risk stratification for ruptured intracranial aneurysms by identifying specific subgroups based on genetic and phenotypic characteristics. The study will also explore the relationships between genotypes and phenotypes in both sporadic and familial cases of intracranial aneurysms.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults with a confirmed diagnosis of bifurcation intracranial aneurysms, either sporadic or familial.

Not a fit: Patients with aneurysms that are not typical bifurcation types or those who do not meet the inclusion criteria may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic and prognostic strategies for patients with intracranial aneurysms.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using multimodal data approaches for understanding intracranial aneurysms, but this specific methodology is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria for sporadic ICA cases:

* Any adult patient consulting for a definite and typical bifurcation AIC authenticated on MRI and/or cerebral arteriography
* Aneurysm discovered less than a year ago, with initial imaging (MRI and/or CTA and DSA) available
* Written consent obtained for study participation
* Patient covered by a social security plan

Inclusion criteria for index and related cases (familial forms) of intracranial aneurysms (ICA):

* Index case: Any adult patient consulting for a definite and typical bifurcation ICA presenting at least one other case with ICA related (child, parent, brother, sister) detected by MRI with at least one Time of Flight (TOF) sequence.
* Family relatives: children, parents, brothers, sisters, of legal age, of patients with a family history of definite, typical bifurcation AIC (≥ 4 affected), Screening to be performed using MRI with at least a Time of Flight (TOF) sequence.
* Written consent to participate in the study
* Patient and relatives covered by a social security plan

Exclusion Criteria:

* Syndromic diagnosis known to cause ICA: Marfan syndrome, OSA with SMAD 3, Elhers Danlos syndrome type II and IV, Autosomal Dominant Cystic Fibrosis, Moya-Moya syndrome
* AIC with : Dissecting or fusiform, Associated with arteriovenous malformation, Blister-like, Mycotic
* Cerebral white matter pathology detected on MRI evoking : Col4a1 mutation
* Patient under guardianship or conservatorship
* Person under court protection
* Contraindication to an MRI scan

Where this trial is running

Nantes, Loire-Atlantique and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions AneurysmBrain AneurysmCongenital Diseaseintracranial aneurysmphenotypegeneticsimagingmultimodal data
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