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Research opportunity: Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Twins

Published: 25 January 2017

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Researchers at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital are recruiting both identical and non-identical twins where at least one has Inflammatory Bowel Disease for a study of "Non-Genetic Factors in the Pathogenesis of IBD.

This study focuses on the bacteria within the gut and the changes to packaging and regulation of DNA which occur throughout our lifetime. 

Who can take part?

  • Identical twins and non-identical twins
  • Either one or both twin diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis
  • Over 18s

What does taking part involve?

Taking part involves donating a sample of blood, urine and stool. Researchers will collect all samples from participants at home in a single visit.

Taking part in the Study:

For further information about this study email Dr William Blad william.blad@nhs.net or visit www.ibdtam.org.uk.

This trial is not funded or organised by Crohn's & Colitis UK, and therefore we cannot take responsibility for your involvement in the research.  

In order for you to make an informed choice about taking part in a trial we highly recommend you consult your doctor or a member of your IBD team, and talk with the healthcare professionals managing the study before participating.

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