Collection of biological samples from patients with rare neurological diseases

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project aims to enhance the collection of biological samples from patients suffering from rare neurological disorders with known or suspected autoimmune origins. By gathering these samples, the study seeks to identify new biomarkers that can aid in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. The focus is on disorders such as autoimmune encephalitis and paraneoplastic neurological syndromes, where the immune system plays a critical role. The collected samples will be made available to the medical and scientific communities to foster the development of new therapeutic strategies.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* all patients with neurological disorders, with known or probable autoimmune involvement. This includes adults and children and peripheral and/or central nervous system symptoms.
* Social coverage up to date.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with neurological damage from which the autoimmune character can be excluded.
* Known anemia and hemoglobin \<10 g / dl
* Patients under protective supervision (guardianship, curators)
* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman

Where it's running

• Purpan University Hospital
  Toulouse, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Chloé Bost, PharmD, PhD — University Hospital, Toulouse
• Study coordinator: Chloé Bost, PharmD, PhD
• Email: bost.c@chu-toulouse.fr
• Phone: 5 61 77 61 44

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.