Genetic Study to Identify Variants Linked to Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Led by Nantes University Hospital · Updated on 2026-06-18
650
Participants Needed
18
Research Sites
60 weeks
Total Duration
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are conducting a multicenter genetic study to identify new genes or genetic variants linked to sudden infant death syndrome SIDS by using whole-genome sequencing of family trios. This study is part of a larger project called BIOMINRISK, which also explores neurobiology and radio-anatomical aspects. It includes both retrospective and prospective cases of sudden unexpected infant death SUDI registered in the French national registry.
The study focuses on sudden unexpected infant death cases and their biological parents, forming trios for genetic analysis. Whole genome sequencing will be performed on the infant who died from SIDS and both parents to detect pathogenic variants, particularly those not inherited from the parents de novo variants. The sequencing data will be analyzed to better understand genetic factors contributing to SIDS.
Participants will be involved through blood sample collection and inclusion in a biocollection. The research team will analyze genetic data to identify specific variants and potential correlations between genotypes and phenotypes over a period of up to 38 months. This observational study does not involve treatment, but closely monitors genetic markers associated with SIDS for research purposes.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Identification of Genetic Variants Associated With Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome
Research Team
F
Fleur Lorton
A
Alban-Elouen BARUTEAU
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Child died between 0 and 2 years of age due to sudden unexpected infant death
Child is included in the French SUDI registry with participation in the biocollection
Child meets criteria for BIOMINRISK neurobiology and radio-anatomical studies
Biological parents of the child participate in the BIOMINRISK study
Both parents have signed consent for blood collection and sample inclusion
Parents have social security or similar coverage
You will not qualify if you...
Child had a known metabolic, genetic, or syndromic condition at time of death
Parent is under guardianship
Parent has a known metabolic, genetic, or syndromic condition
Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Sample Collection
Duration - Up to 38 months
Blood samples are collected from the infant (if available) and both biological parents for genetic analysis.
1 to 2 visits depending on sample availability
Genetic Analysis
Duration - Up to 38 months
Whole genome sequencing is performed on collected samples to identify genetic variants associated with sudden infant death syndrome.
Periodic data assessments
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
2
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Published Research Related To This Trial
Identification of novel genetic, neurobiological and radio-anatomical biomarkers for risk stratification of sudden unexpected death in infancy and early childhood: the BIOMINRISK study protocol.