Tissue biopsies for the study of FSHD

Status: Recruiting

Description:

A single visit study with muscle and/or skin biopsy / blood draw, performed to determine whether a molecular or cellular defect can be attributed to cells of FSHD muscle. This study is recruiting both individuals with genetically confirmed FSHD as well as unaffected healthy (control) individuals.

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Age: Not specified

Healthy Volunteers:

This study is also accepting healthy volunteers

Inclusion Criteria:

• Genetic confirmation of Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD)
• at least 4 years old
• Healthy Family Members: parent or sibling of someone who has FSHD

Exclusion Criteria:

• heart failure, respiratory insufficiency that requires respiratory support
• taking anticoagulants or anti platelet medications (aspirin or NSAIDs)

Conditions:

Rare Diseases, Heart & Vascular

Keywords:

Clinics and Surgery Center (CSC), Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD)

Contact(s): Ana Mitanoska - mitan001@umn.edu

Principal Investigator: Michael Kyba

IRB Number: STUDY00000409

System ID: 20277

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Tissue biopsies for the study of FSHD

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