Taking people in United StatesNo phase
Studies genetic causes of epilepsy and related brain disorders
Uses DNA sequencing to study genetic factors in people with epilepsy.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Genetics of Epilepsy and Related Disorders
Key facts
- Where
- Boston, United StatesSee the site
Where in United States
- Boston Children's HospitalBoston, United StatesTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Trial code
- NCT01858285
- Record updated
- 9 January 2026
- Original description
Investigators at Boston Children's Hospital are conducting research in order to better understand the genetic factors which may contribute to epilepsy and related disorders. These findings may help explain the broad spectrum of clinical characteristics and outcomes seen in people with epilepsy.Read full original descriptionShow less
Genetics of Epilepsy and Related Disorders
Investigators at Boston Children's Hospital are conducting research in order to better understand the genetic factors which may contribute to epilepsy and related disorders. These findings may help explain the broad spectrum of clinical characteristics and outcomes seen in people with epilepsy.
inclusion: diagnosis of epilepsy, patient at Boston Children's Hospital exclusion: existing genetic diagnosis or known cause for epilepsy, structural malformation of the brain, not seen at Boston Children's Hospital.