New assessment tool for evaluating memory in Alzheimer's patients

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 observational study aims to evaluate a new tool called the New Evaluation of Episodic Memory (NEM) designed to assess episodic memory in patients with Alzheimer's disease. The NEM incorporates emotional and identity aspects of memory, which are often overlooked in traditional assessments. By analyzing response profiles from patients, the study seeks to determine the tool's effectiveness in differentiating Alzheimer's disease from other memory disorders. Participants will be assessed based on specific eligibility criteria, including age and cognitive profile.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 50 years
* Ability to understand judged sufficient by the assessor;
* Amnesic MCI profile (Petersen, 2003) during the 1st medical consultation prior to the assessment being prescribed.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Severe auditory and/or visual sensory impairment not compatible with neuropsychological assessment;
* Judged fit to take the test by the assessor;
* Patient under guardianship, curatorship or family guardianship;
* Opposition to data processing.

Where it's running

• University hospital
  Tours, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Alix LAUNAY — Tours University Hospital
• Study coordinator: Alix LAUNAY
• Email: a.launay@chu-tours.fr
• Phone: 0247470458

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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.