Cohort study on cerebellar ataxia in South-East China
A Registered Cohort Study on Cerebellar Ataxia
This study is gathering information from patients with cerebellar ataxia in South-East China and their families to better understand the condition and its causes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Fuzhou, Fujian) |
| Trial ID | NCT04010214 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to establish a registered cohort of patients with cerebellar ataxia in South-East China to better understand the clinical and genetic characteristics of this condition. The study will follow patients diagnosed by two neurologists, as well as their relatives and unrelated healthy controls. By collecting and analyzing data from these participants, researchers hope to gain insights into the factors contributing to cerebellar ataxia. No interventions will be administered, as the focus is on observational data collection.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with cerebellar ataxia, their relatives, and unrelated healthy controls.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to comply with trial procedures or visit schedules may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of cerebellar ataxia, potentially leading to improved diagnosis and management strategies for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on a specific regional cohort, similar observational studies have successfully contributed to the understanding of various neurological conditions.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with cerebellar ataxia based on the diagnoses of tow neurologists * Relatives of patients with cerebellar ataxia * Unrelated healthy controls * Participants or legal guardian(s) willing and able to complete the informed consent process Exclusion Criteria: * Participants are unable to comply with trial procedures and visit schedule
Where this trial is running
Fuzhou, Fujian
- Department of Neurology ,First Affiliated Hospital Fujian Medical University — Fuzhou, Fujian, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Shi-Rui Gan, MD.Phd
- Email: ganshirui@fjmu.edu.cn
- Phone: +8613850172725
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.