Investigating movement disorders in patients with multiple sclerosis
Clinical and Radiological Evaluation of Movement Disorders in Multiple Sclerosis Patients.
This study looks at how common different movement problems are in people with multiple sclerosis to better understand their connection to the disease.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 57 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Al-Azhar University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo, Select A State Or Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT05973929 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to determine the prevalence and clinical types of movement disorders in patients diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). It will involve a cross-sectional analysis of MS patients who meet specific inclusion criteria, including a full clinical history, neurological assessment, and MRI imaging of the brain and spine. The study will collect data from patients at Al-Azhar University hospitals to explore the correlation between movement disorders and various types of MS.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis who meet the inclusion criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with movement disorders caused by conditions other than multiple sclerosis or those with primary movement disorders unrelated to MS may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of movement disorders in MS patients, leading to better diagnosis and management strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on movement disorders in various neurological conditions, this specific focus on MS and its correlation with MRI findings is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: - We will study the prevalence of movement disorders in M.S patients, clinical type of movement disorder and the MRI findings. Data collected from patients admitted or following at Al-Azhar university hospitals at Al-Hussein and El-Sayed Galal hospitals. The included eligible patients should fulfil the following inclusion criteria: i. Full clinical history and neurological assessment. ii. Detailed multiple sclerosis history according to MS unit history sheet. iii. Detailed history of movement disorder which include clinical type of movement disorder and medication taken (or not). iv. MRI Brain and spine of the included patient will be photographed. Exclusion Criteria: - 1-Patients with multiple sclerosis mimics which can cause movement disorders e.g., systemic disease or overlap syndromes including systemic lupus, vasculitis, hepatic failure, renal failure, hyperthyroidism, electrolyte disturbances, Behcet's disease or CNS infection. 2-patients with primary movement disorders or related to other neurodegenerative diseases.
Where this trial is running
Cairo, Select A State Or Province
- Mostafa Mahmoud Hassan Meshref — Cairo, Select A State Or Province, Egypt (Recruiting)
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.