Ultrasound markers for Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophies
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study uses a new type of ultrasound scan to look at muscle health in people with Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy. It aims to find better ways to track the disease over time.
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Who can take part
- You are male and between 5 and 30 years old, with a confirmed diagnosis of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
- You are male and between 5 and 60 years old, with a confirmed diagnosis of Becker muscular dystrophy.
- You are a healthy male without any muscle or nerve disease, between 5 and 60 years old (for the control group).
- You are able to lie still for the ultrasound exam and have not had surgery or amputation in the area being scanned.
- You do not have severe learning or thinking problems that would make it hard to give consent.
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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