Found 6,933 clinical trials
Optimizing INITIation of Non-invasive Ventilation in ALS Patients
Objective: The primary objective in this study is to identify which (pheno)type of ALS patient has the most benefit from NIV in improving quality of life.Study population: Adult patients with ALS, PLS (Primary Lateral Sclerosis) of PSMA (Progressive Spinal Muscular Atrophy) in the Netherlands. Patients will be included during their …
Development of IPS from Donated Somatic Cells of Patients with Neurological Diseases
Human fibroblasts and possibly other human somatic cells may be reprogrammed into induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells by the forced expression of transcription factors (1-5). The iPS cells seem to share many properties with human embryonic stem cells.Induced pluripotent stem cells potentially may be useful in the future as an …
Standard Two-Day Advanced Life Support (ALS) Versus One Day Recertification Course
this study aims to compare the effectiveness of a one-day versus two-day ALS recertification course in terms of knowledge retention, practical skills performance, participant satisfaction, and confidence.
AIM's Writing for Healing: A Workshop for Individuals Living With Paralysis
The UAB Institute for Arts In Medicine (AIM) is currently implementing an expressive emotional writing pilot project for adults with paralysis caused by neurological conditions such as traumatic head or spinal cord injury.
Contribution of Diaphragmatic Ultrasound for Monitoring Diaphragmatic Function in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a rare neuromuscular disease that occurs in adults. It is characterized by a progressive degeneration of the first and second motor neurons leading to muscle failure. In its spinal form, ALS manifests by a progressive worsening of limb involvement, whereas the bulbar form presents with …
Analysis of Human ALS Tissues and Registry of ALS Patients
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive, terminal condition of muscle weakness that is associated with degeneration of neurons in the spinal cord and brain. This devastating disorder afflicts people in the prime of their lives. At the present time, there are no …
Patients' and Caregivers' Views of Multidimensional Care in Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis in Germany
The progressive loss of physical functioning resulting from ALS leads also to high psychosocial burden for those affected, and organizational challenges related to medical care and aids. A multidimensional and -professional care is advised in order to meet the complex requirements of this disease. In Germany, medical care structures may …
Advances in Telephone-based Cognitive Screening Procedures
BackgroundCognitive screening procedures via performance-based tests represent an essential, albeit preliminary, element within the diagnostic and interventional process as addressed to patients with chronic neurological disorders. Furthermore, in these populations, cognitive screening measures are often employed as outcomes in epidemiological settings, as well as endpoints in clinical trials. Therefore, cognitive …
Development of Targeted RNA-Seq for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Diagnosis
Genetic diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) could identify the origin of the disease, potentially allowing the patient to pursue targeted/gene therapy. However, many familial forms of ALS are genetically undiagnosed, either because no variant has been detected in the genes of interest, or because the detected variant(s) have uncertain …
Impact of Physical Functioning on Patient-Reported Outcomes in ALS Patients at TidalHealth
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease in which motor neuron cells of the brain and spinal cord progressively degenerate and die. There is currently a lack of curative treatment for individuals that are diagnosed with ALS. Since treatment options are limited, researchers have placed greater emphasis on …
