Corticosteroids for Treating MS Lesions

Effect of Corticosteroids on Inflammation at the Edge of Acute Multiple Sclerosis Plaques

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Multiple Sclerosis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 120
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
30 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with multiple sclerosis who have specific changes in their brain scans. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive high-dose corticosteroids for three days or no treatment, with follow-up visits to monitor their health.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
  • I am 18 years or older.
  • I can give my consent to participate.
  • I have a specific brain MRI lesion that shows enhancement.
  • I am enrolled in another NINDS protocol.
  • I am willing to use birth control if I can conceive.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had recent new symptoms from an MS relapse.
  • I am pregnant or currently breastfeeding.
  • I cannot undergo an MRI because of an implant or device.
  • I have had systemic steroids in the past 30 days.
  • I have a known allergy to gadolinium contrast agents.
  • I have medical issues that prevent me from taking corticosteroids.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. MS lesions can appear on the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans in many ways. Sometimes they light up from the outer edge and fill inward. This is called ring enhancement. Researchers think this type of lesion may not heal as well as others. Corticosteroids are the standard treatment to reduce symptoms of MS…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: * Multiple sclerosis, as defined by the 2017 Revised McDonald Criteria; * Age 18 or older; * Ability to provide informed consent; * Able to participate in study procedures and provide high-quality clinical research and imaging data, based on limited artifacts on prior MRI scans…
Contacts

Daniel S Reich, M.D.

(301) 496-1801

reichds@ninds.nih.gov

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