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MRI of Neurometabolic Impairment in ALS and TIA Using Hyperpolarized Pyruvate
EU CTIS ID: 2024-516954-24-00
What this study is testing
This project seeks to detect and characterize metabolic impairment in patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and patients with Transient Ischemic attack with a new MRI technique termed Hyperpolarized Pyruvate MRI
- Therapeutic exploratory (Phase II)
A plain-language read of the study's public EU CTIS listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- All participants: 1) Age 18-85 years. 2) Pre-menopausal women must be confirmed non-pregnant by an onsite test. ALS group: 1) Fulfilling the 2021 Gold Coast criteria. 2) Upper motor neuron symptoms. TIA-group: 1) TIA within the last 10 days. 2) Symptoms must include unilateral weakness of limb or face. 3) Duration af symptoms minimum 10 minutes
You likely can't join if
- Contraindications for MRI with contrast: Chronic kidney disease,- Significant cardiac disease such as severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, -Significant obstructive lung disease or severe asthma,- Pacemaker, neurostimulator or cholera implant,- Metal foreign bodies such as fragments and irremovable piercings,- Unsafe medical implants (safety of heart valves, hips and the like must be confirmed),- Intracranial clips or coils,- Claustrophobia,- Largest circumference including arms > 160 cm. Competing neurological, psychiatric, liver or systemic disease including diabetes (except prior TIA, unspecific brain MRI findings, hypertension, atherosclerosis and hyperlipidemia/cholesterolemia which are allowed). Allergy to pyruvate.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18-64 years, 65+ years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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