Research

Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) research

PXE International is the prime force in conducting basic and clinical research and providing financial support - $1.7 million over the past 17 years! - for applied translational research, product development, and treatment development for pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE). We steward the intellectual property to equitably advance products and services around the world for the individuals and families living with PXE.
 

Do you have a child with PXE? We need you for a research study!

An important component in learning about the signs and symptoms of PXE is studying the progression of PXE in children. We are now recruiting for a study involving children 18 years and younger who have been diagnosed with PXE. You will answer questions about your child's clinical symptoms of PXE and donate a sample (a simple cheek swab) of your child's DNA for analysis. Please email Abbie Moore, PXE International's Research Director, immediately for more information.

 Or call 202.362.9599, extension 252.
 

How can PXEers participate in research?

Donate to support research efforts Finding a treatment for pseudoxanthoma elasticum begins with you. Donate to support PXE research efforts. Thank you!
Epidemiological study Help us learn more about the characteristics of the population affected by PXE (epidemiology), the natural history of the disease, and its impact on those affected by PXE by completing an online survey. More information here.
Magnesium supplement clinical trial underway A two-year study of oral magnesium supplementation began January 2013 with 44 volunteers participating.  Follow the progress of the study.

2012 PXE Research Meeting

Productive PXE Research Meeting!

Accelerating research by facilitating collaboration and cooperation in the research community.

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Related Webinars

PXE - Can Diet Help? October 3, 2012
Searching for the ABCC6 Substrate June 21, 2012	2012 PXE Research Update March 14, 2012
From Gene to Function to Therapy January 24, 2012	PXE Research Update: Progress 2010 January 17th, 2011
Genetics of PXE November 15th, 2010	Do Mice Have PXE, and Why Study Them? September 23, 2009