Genetic Studies of Strabismus, Nystagmus, and Associated Disorders

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
AgeNot listed
SponsorBoston Children's Hospital

About this trial

Strabismus (misalignment of the eyes) often runs in families. In this study, the investigators are looking for genetic variants associated with strabismus and nystagmus. Three types of subects will be enrolled: (1) Families with at least 3 members with strabismus, (2) individuals with infantile esotropia and their parents and siblings, and (3) individuals with infantile nystagmus and their parents. Whole exome and/or whole genome sequencing will be used to identify genetic variants shared by family members with strabismus and to identify genetic causes of nystagmus.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

None

Disqualifiers

paralytic strabismus in affected family members

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • whole genome sequencing or whole exome sequencing

Treatment groups

No treatment groups listed

Sponsors and collaborators

Boston Children's Hospital

Lead sponsor

National Eye Institute (NEI)

Collaborator