Clinical Trials

Is your child having otolaryngologic surgery with anesthesia? Children with Down syndrome often experience dangerously low heart rates when they receive anesthesia for procedures. This study will look at children who have Down syndrome and children who do not to monitor their heart rate during this type of procedure. Participants in this study must be between 1 and 8 years old. This study is located in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Do you or your child have a platelet, bleeding, or white blood cell disorder? This study is looking at people who have platelet or other blood disorders. The researchers will use a blood sample to look for problems with platelets and a possible genetic cause in the participant’s DNA or RNA. To participate in this study, you must be a child or adult who either is healthy or has a platelet disorder, coagulation disorder, or white blood cell disorder. This study is located in New York, New York.

Do you or your child have Friedrich's Ataxia? This study is looking into a supplement in the form of vitamin B3 plus exercise can help the body better use oxygen for people with Friedrich’s Ataxia. You must be 10 to 40 years old to join. Participants may be asked to take the daily supplement, exercise, or do both during the study. The study is taking place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.