Long-term Study for Down Syndrome Progress

Collaboration for Down Syndrome Progress (CDP)

Recruiting Observational Study
Down Syndrome Chromosome Disorders Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
1,400 (estimated)
Sponsor
RTI International · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for individuals of all ages with Down syndrome. Participants will share their health information and may provide samples like blood or saliva to help researchers understand Down syndrome better.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Fragile X syndromeWilliams syndromePrader-Willi syndromeMarfan's syndromeTurner syndromeCyanotic cardiac abnormalitiesSevere medical issues from surgery or hospital stays

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with Down syndrome.
  • I speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
  • I have a support person who can attend visits.
  • I am willing to provide a biological sample.
  • I am a healthy control infant born after 36 weeks with an older sibling.

You may not be able to join if

  • A healthcare professional says I should not participate because it could harm me.
  • I have a genetic condition affecting neurobehavioral development other than Down syndrome.
  • My birth weight was less than 2,000 grams.
  • I have significant medical conditions affecting growth or development.
  • I have a family history of psychosis or bipolar disorder.
  • I cannot have an MRI done.
  • I am under 12 and being treated for obstructive sleep apnea.
  • I weigh less than 65 pounds for the WatchPAT device.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The Collaboration for Down Syndrome Progress (CDP) is a long-term study that follows people with Down syndrome of all ages. The goal is to better understand their health, development, and everyday experiences over time. Participants and their caregivers will answer questions, share medical information, and may give samples like blood or saliva. Some participants may also take part in optional acti…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Individual with Down syndrome To be considered potentially eligible for this CDP, a participant must meet the following criteria: * Diagnosis of Down syndrome (with the exception of control participants for the Subsample study on Imaging). We will be enrolling participants w…
Contacts

Jessica E Hunter, PhD

919 541 6000

jehunter@rti.org

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