Registry for pediatric patients with PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome

Genotype-phenotype Correlations of Pediatric Patients With PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome (PHTS) and Creation of Patient Registry

Yale University · NCT06462430

This study is collecting information from families of children with PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome to better understand the condition and improve care for those affected.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages1 Year and up
SexAll
SponsorYale University (other)
Locations1 site (Istanbul)
Trial IDNCT06462430 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This registry aims to collect and analyze data on pediatric patients with PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome (PHTS) to enhance understanding of the condition's natural history and improve follow-up guidelines. It engages families in sharing their experiences and medical histories, which will help in accelerating research and drug development. The registry is open to both children and adults with PHTS, focusing particularly on the pediatric population, many of whom also have autism spectrum disorders and developmental delays. Data will be gathered through medical records and interviews, allowing for longitudinal follow-up of participants.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include pediatric patients with clinical findings of PHTS and a mutation in the PTEN gene.

Not a fit: Patients without clinical findings of PHTS or without a mutation in the PTEN gene may not benefit from this registry.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could lead to improved guidelines for cancer surveillance and better behavioral interventions for children with PHTS.

How similar studies have performed: While registries for similar conditions have shown success in gathering valuable data, this specific registry is a novel initiative focused on the Turkish population.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have clinical findings of PHTS and have mutation in PTEN gene ( VUS included if show clinical findings) and agree to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who do not have clinical findings of PHTS and do not have mutation in PTEN gene and do not agree to participate in the study

Where this trial is running

Istanbul

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.

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Conditions: PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome, Macrocephaly Autism Syndrome, Phosphotase and tension holomog, Macrocephaly, Autism, PTEN

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.