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Study to Investigate Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Onset Obesity.
Sponsor: Columbia University
Summary
This study aims to investigate genetic causes of early childhood obesity. The investigators will enroll children and adults with severe early onset obesity (BMI \> 99th percentile) diagnosed prior to 6 years of age. The investigators will ask questions about the health and eating behavior of the participants, and perform a brief physical examination. The investigators will collect saliva or blood to perform genetic testing from the participants and invite family members to enroll in the study.
Official title: Study to Identify Rare Genetic Variants Causing Severe Early Childhood Obesity
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
Any - 80 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
500
Start Date
2014-02
Completion Date
2030-12
Last Updated
2025-10-21
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Locations (2)
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Columbia University Medical Center
New York, New York, United States