Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 2 and up

Observational study on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Official title: A Registered Cohort Study on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Run by First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University · NCT04012671 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and similar conditions develop over time in patients to help improve their care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages2 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorFirst Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Fuzhou)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2019
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2039
Study endsDecember 31, 2049
Registry record updatedMarch 22, 2021
Trial IDNCT04012671 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals over 2 years old diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy or female carriers with genotypic confirmation.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other clinically significant illnesses may not receive 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 study aims to investigate the clinical spectrum and natural progression of dystrophinopathy, which includes Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and related conditions. It is a prospective multicenter natural history study that will assess both clinical and genetic factors in patients diagnosed with dystrophinopathy. The goal is to optimize clinical management based on the findings from this cohort.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and improve clinical management strategies for affected patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies on the natural history of dystrophinopathy have shown promise, indicating that this approach is supported by previous findings.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Beyond 2 years old
* Diagnosis with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and female carriers, genotypically confirmed
* Diagnosis should be supported by muscle biopsy, if no genetic confirmation.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of other clinically significant illness

Where it's running

  • First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University
    Fuzhou, China
    Recruiting

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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.
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