Genetic Identification (ID) of Segmental Dysplastic Nevi

August 19, 2024 updated by: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Identification of the Genetic Mutation Responsible for Segmental Dysplastic Nevi

The investigators' goal is to identify the mutation in the gene that is responsible for the development of segmental dysplastic nevi. To identify the gene the investigators may use a candidate gene approach (i.e. sequence specific genes that are thought to be involved: NRAS, BRAF, etc) or a genome-wide approach trying to implicate regions in the genome (Loss-of-heterozygosity or copy number changes on comparative genomic hybridization).

Study Overview

Status

Withdrawn

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

Dysplastic (atypical) melanocytic (DMN) nevi have been identified as being potential precursors of melanoma and markers for patients at risk of developing primary melanoma1. In addition, having an increased number of nevi is associated with increased risk1. DMN are present in 2-5% of white adults in the U.S. population and international studies have documented up to 18% prevalence2. These lesions may be present in at least 17% of white adults with melanoma and 20-50% of melanomas may arise in nevi and atypical nevi2. The exact gene(s) involved in the development of nevi have yet to be elucidated.

Segmental dysplastic nevi are nevi that are restricted to one area of the body3. This condition is much rarer than the occurrence of dysplastic nevi, but nonetheless, may involve the same genetic mutation. The pattern of distribution in SDN is thought to result from mosaicism, i.e. the part of the body that expresses the dysplastic nevi has a mutation in a gene, however, the rest of the body does not contain this same mutation. Other mosaic disorders that have been studied in greater detail than SDN have been shown to be caused by a single gene mutation4. It appears that SDN is no different and that it too is caused by a mutation in a single gene, however, this gene is not yet known.

In this study we will perform a genetic analysis of tissue from a patient known to have SDN. With the information we gather from this analysis, we may be able to find the gene responsible for the development of dysplastic nevi.

Primary Research Objective:

To investigate the genetic mutation involved in the development of dysplastic nevi by examining a patient with SDN.

Study Type

Observational

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Canada
    • Nova Scotia
      • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3H1V7
        • Capital Heatlh

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

18 years and older (Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sampling Method

Probability Sample

Study Population

One patient who is already known to the principal investigator

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patient with a positive history of segmental dysplastic nevi

Exclusion Criteria:

  • None

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Segmental Dysplastic Nevi
One patient who has been diagnosed with SDN and has had previous biopsies in the past, comparing to current biopsies
Procedure: Punch Biopsy
5-6 punch biopsies of affected areas

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Nova Scotia Health Authority

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Richard GB Langley, MD, FRCPC, Capital Health/Dalhousie University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start

August 1, 2009

Primary Completion

December 1, 2009

Study Completion

March 1, 2010

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

August 7, 2009

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

August 7, 2009

First Posted (Estimated)

August 10, 2009

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

August 21, 2024

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

August 19, 2024

Last Verified

September 1, 2009

More Information

Terms related to this study

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • SDN-001

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