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Cystinosis

Cystinosis is a rare inherited condition in which the amino acid cystine builds up inside cells, caused by changes in the CTNS gene. The kidneys and eyes are most often affected, and over time the muscles, thyroid, liver and other organs can be involved. Treatment includes cysteamine medicine to lower cystine levels, eye drops for the cornea, replacement of lost salts and fluids, and kidney care.

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What is Cystinosis?

Cystinosis is a rare inherited condition in which the amino acid cystine builds up inside cells, caused by changes in the CTNS gene. The kidneys and eyes are most often affected, and over time the muscles, thyroid, liver and other organs can be involved. Treatment includes cysteamine medicine to lower cystine levels, eye drops for the cornea, replacement of lost salts and fluids, and kidney care.

How many clinical trials are available for Cystinosis?

RareWays currently indexes 23 clinical trials for Cystinosis, of which 3 are actively recruiting. These counts cover indexed trials across countries, not just your country. An Australian site does not necessarily mean that site is recruiting. Check locations, eligibility and current availability with the study team.

Where does the research data for Cystinosis come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is refreshed automatically every day. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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