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NCT02497534 Biomarkers in Friedreich's Ataxia

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NCT ID NCT02497534
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University of Florida
Condition Friedreich's Ataxia
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 203 participants
Start Date 2015-09
Primary Completion 2030-06-03

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 6 Years
Max Age 70 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 203 participants in total. It began in 2015-09 with a primary completion date of 2030-06-03.

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Brief Summary

The purpose of this project is to characterize measures of cardiac performance and neuromuscular physiology in FA patients using novel techniques, including echocardiography and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), metabolic exercise testing, and neurophysiological outcomes.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Genetic diagnosis of Friedreich's ataxia by DNA sequencing, mutational analysis or protein assay OR be a healthy subject with no evidence of a neuromuscular disorder * Between the ages of 6 and 70 (inclusive) * Are able to tolerate metabolic exercise testing * Are stable on cardiac medication regimen for 3 months prior to screening Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of unstable heart disease * Receipt of cardiac transplant * Any concurrent medical condition which, in the opinion of the investigators, would make the subject unsuitable for the study

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Mackenzi Coker, M.S.CCC-SLP

✉ mcoker@peds.ufl.edu

📞 352-294-8754

Principal Investigator

Manuela Corti, PT, PhD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University of Florida

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT02497534 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 6 Years or older, up to 70 Years, studying Friedreich's Ataxia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT02497534 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT02497534 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mcoker@peds.ufl.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT02497534 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Gainesville, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT02497534 clinical trial?

NCT02497534 is sponsored by University of Florida. The principal investigator is Manuela Corti, PT, PhD at University of Florida. The trial plans to enroll 203 participants.

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