RecruitingNCT03313011

The Neurobiology of Two Distinct Types of Progressive Apraxia of Speech

Sponsor

Mayo Clinic

Enrollment

47 participants

Start Date

Aug 1, 2017

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Apraxia of Speech Primary Progressive Aphasia Non-fluent Aphasia Primary Progressive Nonfluent Aphasia

Summary

The purpose of this study is to identify and distinguish two different types of Progressive Apraxia of Speech through clinical imaging and testing.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying Testing protocol for the study for people with apraxia of speech, non-fluent aphasia, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TESTTesting protocol for the study

All patients will see a Neurologist for a neuro exam and consult, see a Speech Pathologist for assessment of speech and language skills, see the Study Coordinator for neuropsych testing (brief tests of thinking, memory, visual spatial skills, etc), undergo an MRI of the brain and a DaTscan of the brain.