Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Registry for patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy in the UK

Official title: Spinal Muscular Atrophy Patient Registry of the United Kingdom and Ireland

Run by Newcastle University · NCT04292574 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting information from people with Spinal Muscular Atrophy to better understand their experiences and improve future treatments.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment800 (estimated)
SponsorNewcastle University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Newcastle upon Tyne)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 13, 2008
Main results expectedJanuary 1, 2040
Study endsJanuary 1, 2040
Registry record updatedAugust 20, 2026
Trial IDNCT04292574 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this registry are individuals with a confirmed or pending diagnosis of Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

Probably not a fit

Patients without a confirmed diagnosis of Spinal Muscular Atrophy may not benefit from participation in this registry.

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

What this trial studies

This registry collects data from patients diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) through online questionnaires. Participants provide information about their condition, including motor function, daily life experiences, and quality of life. The registry collaborates with clinical networks to link patient-reported outcomes with clinical data, enhancing understanding and care for SMA patients. The initiative aims to create a comprehensive database that can inform future research and treatment strategies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could lead to improved understanding and management of Spinal Muscular Atrophy, ultimately enhancing patient care.

How similar studies have gone: Other patient registries for SMA have shown success in improving patient care and informing research, indicating that this approach is promising.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients with a confirmed SMA diagnosis (or pending diagnosis) are eligible for inclusion. Diagnosis will be confirmed via genetic testing results

Exclusion Criteria:

* There are no exclusion criteria for the registry

Where it's running

  • John Walton Muscular Dystrophy Research Centre
    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.