Trial Information

Summary: Multicenter Genetic Study of Rolandic Epilepsy

The purpose of the study is to find the genes that cause Rolandic Epilepsy. Knowing the cause will help to develop new tests , new treatments and eventually prevention and cure. It is easy to take part, you only have to answer some medical questions, give a blood or saliva sample and have an EEG. It can been done via the phone or by one visit of the study doctor to your home.

Patient Inclusion Criteria

  • Age of onset 3-12 yrs
  • Typical history
  • EEG with centrotemporal sharp waves (necessary for diagnosis of RE)

Patient Exclusion Criteria

  • Adopted child

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Contact:

Dr. Tara Clarke
Columbia University Medical Center
Mailman School of Public Health 722 West 168th Street, Rm 636
New York, NY 10032
Telephone: 212-342-1237
Fax: 212-342-8483
Email:

Profile Page: Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY

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Trial listings updated: June 1, 2008 at 6:29:37 AM


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