RecruitingNCT04604041

Investigation of Subclinical Markers of Multiple Sclerosis


Sponsor

University of Split, School of Medicine

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Nov 23, 2020

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) studies reported consistent and substantial impairments in the central nervous system (CNS) in multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies of peripheral nervous system (PNS) function comprising electromyoneurography (EMNG) reported impairments of the PNS in MS that were less pronounced and inconsistent. Neurophysiological studies are generally small and cross-sectional and with the poor grouping of MS patients according to MS type. The objective of the study is to investigate clinical, neurophysiological, and immunological markers in relapsing-remitting MS patients, and in patients with relapsing-remitting MS treated with immunomodulation. The results of the study may contribute to a better understanding of the pathophysiology of multiple sclerosis and can provide guidance in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with relapsing-remitting MS.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study investigates early or very subtle signs of multiple sclerosis (MS) using specialized brain and nerve measurements in people who have mild, early-stage relapsing-remitting MS with low disability. The goal is to detect disease activity at a subclinical level — meaning changes happening in the nervous system before they cause obvious symptoms — which could help guide treatment decisions earlier. **You may be eligible if...** - You have a confirmed diagnosis of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis according to standard diagnostic criteria (2005 McDonald criteria) - Your disability level is mild (an EDSS score of 0 to 3.5 on a standard neurological scale) - You are willing to sign a consent form and follow study procedures **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have metal implants or devices in your body (such as a pacemaker or certain dental work) that could interfere with imaging - You are currently pregnant - You have had a recent head injury - You are unwilling or unable to follow study procedures Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST1. Clinical testing; 2. Neurophysiological examination (TMS, EMNG); 3. Psychomotor examination; 4. Neuropsychological evaluation; 5. Flow cytometry; 6. ELISA

All groups will not have the same intervention. Interventions are listed and numbered for each group.


Locations(1)

University of Split School of Medicine

Split, Croatia

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