CureDuchenne Link®: A Resource for Research

Purpose

CureDuchenne link is a data hub comprised of integrated biospecimens, clinical data, and self- and/or caregiver-reported information from participants. Anyone over 4 weeks old who has been diagnosed with DMD or BMD or who is a carrier of DMD or BMD can join. Parents or legal guardians can sign up their child(ren).

Conditions

  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
  • Becker Muscular Dystrophy

Eligibility

Eligible Ages
Over 4 Weeks
Eligible Genders
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No

Inclusion Criteria

  1. Any of the following are true: 1. Currently has a confirmed diagnosis of DMD/BMD based on genetic testing, muscle biopsy, or clinical diagnosis. 2. Currently has a confirmed diagnosis of carrier status for DMD/BMD based on genetic testing. 2. Parent/guardian (for minor participants) or participant gives informed consent and/or assent as required by local regulations. 3. Is age 4 weeks or older at the time of consent.

Exclusion Criteria

  1. Is a foster child or ward of the state. 2. Is a prisoner.

Study Design

Phase
Study Type
Observational [Patient Registry]
Observational Model
Cohort
Time Perspective
Prospective

Arm Groups

ArmDescriptionAssigned Intervention
Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy Individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Becker muscular dystrophy
Carriers Carriers of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Becker muscular dystrophy

Recruiting Locations

Kansas University Clinical Research Center
Fairway, Kansas 66205
Contact:
Cassidy Nelson
cnelson15@kumc.edu

More Details

Status
Recruiting
Sponsor
CureDuchenne

Study Contact

Erica Rudoff
888-235-4655
support@cureduchennelink.org

Detailed Description

Individuals can participate through the CureDuchenne Link™ application (accessible via mobile device or web interface) and receive communications about research opportunities and community programs. Participation may be done using virtual methods, at a project site, and/or at community events nationwide. All collected information will be stored in a secure, HIPAA-compliant data warehouse for approved researchers to use for studies relevant to DMD, BMD and other neuromuscular disorders. Combining health and outcomes data with biospecimens provides an impactful solution and novel resource for researchers, allowing for effective translational research.