Study of brain, genetics, and clinical symptoms in neurodegenerative illness
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how your symptoms, brain imaging (MRI), and genetic factors relate to neurodegenerative conditions. It may help researchers better understand what causes these illnesses and how to classify them.
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Who can take part
- You must be age 21 or older
- You have symptoms that suggest a neurodegenerative or related disorder
- Your symptoms must not be fully explained by another cause (like stroke, brain injury, or encephalitis)
- You must be able to safely get an MRI (no unsafe metal in the body and you can tolerate the scan)
- You cannot be pregnant, recently postpartum, or breastfeeding
- You should not have certain genetic conditions that raise cancer risk (like Cowden or Lynch syndrome)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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