Investigating early biomarkers in gene carriers of Huntington's disease

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 clinical trial aims to identify early biomarkers of Huntington's disease in presymptomatic genetic carriers by comparing them to healthy subjects. Researchers will utilize functional brain MRI and virtual reality gait analysis to detect these biomarkers. The study seeks to enhance understanding of the disease's progression and potentially inform future therapeutic strategies. By focusing on individuals who carry the Huntington's gene but have not yet shown symptoms, the trial hopes to uncover critical insights into the disease's early manifestations.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 1\. For PMGC: HD diagnosis confirmed by genetic testing (CAG triplets ≥36 in HTT gene); Unified Huntington Disease Rating Scale19 Total Motor Score (UHDRS-TMS) ≤ 5; age 18-70 years old. 2. For HC: normal neurological examination; age 18-70 years old.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Main exclusion criteria for both PMGC and HS will be: major ophthalmologic and psychiatric active diseases; cognitive impairment (Montreal Cognitive Assessment, MoCA score \< 25/30); gait issues related to non-neurological conditions; contraindications to brain MRI.

Where it's running

• Grenoble University Hospital
  Grenoble, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Sara Meoni, MD, PhD
• Email: smeoni@chu-grenoble.fr
• Phone: +33 4 76 76 57 91

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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.