Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Registry for patients with neurofibromatosis

Official title: The NF Registry Sponsored by Children's Tumor Foundation

Run by The Children's Tumor Foundation · NCT01885767 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a registry for people with neurofibromatosis to share their symptoms and experiences, helping connect them with clinical trials and improving understanding of the condition.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment20000 (estimated)
SponsorThe Children's Tumor Foundation
Academic / other
Locations1 site (New York, New York)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 2012
Main results expectedJune 2030
Study endsJune 2050
Registry record updatedOctober 22, 2026
Trial IDNCT01885767 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis type 1, type 2, or schwannomatosis.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not complete the account registration process will not benefit from this registry.

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

What this trial studies

The Neurofibromatosis (NF) Registry Portal is an observational database that collects patient-reported symptoms, treatments, and experiences related to neurofibromatosis types 1 and 2, as well as schwannomatosis. Patients and their guardians can enroll through a web-based portal, where they complete surveys about medical history, clinical manifestations, and quality of life. The registry aims to connect patients with relevant clinical trial opportunities and provide de-identified data to researchers for further study. It serves as a potential natural history resource for understanding these conditions better.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance understanding of neurofibromatosis and improve access to clinical trials for patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other registries for rare diseases have shown success in improving patient outcomes and facilitating research, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with NF1
* Diagnosed with NF2-related schwannomatosis
* Diagnosed with Schwannomatosis

Exclusion Criteria:

* Failure to complete account registration and consent

Where it's running

  • Children's Tumor Fundation
    New York, New York, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Kate Kelts, B.S.N. — The Children's Tumor Foundation
  • Study coordinator: Kate Kelts, B.S.N.
  • Email: kkelts@ctf.org
  • Phone: 646-738-8567

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.