Understanding Dementia Types: Alzheimer's vs. Lewy Bodies vs. Parkinson's

Distinguishing Between Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia, and Parkinson's Disease

Recruiting Observational Study
Alzheimer's Disease Lewy Body Dementia Parkinson's Disease
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
76 (estimated)
Sponsor
Douglas Scharre · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with Alzheimer's disease, Lewy Body dementia, or Parkinson's disease. Participants will undergo various assessments to help distinguish between these conditions.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, Lewy Body dementia, or Parkinson's disease.
  • I have a Mini Mental State Examination score of 10 or higher.
  • I have a reliable study partner who is in regular contact with me.
  • I have been taking my medication consistently for the last four weeks.
  • I can see and hear well enough for testing.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have another medical condition that affects my dementia.
  • I have an active medical disorder that prevents me from participating.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have severe kidney problems.
  • English is not my first language.
  • I have less than 12 years of education.
  • I have taken part in a study involving an amyloid targeting agent.

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

The study is designed to characterize the clinical, neuropsychological, polysomnographic, and neuroimaging findings among subjects with Alzheimer's disease, Lewy Body dementia, and Parkinsons' Disease.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects must meet the standard clinical criteria of the syndromes of interest * All subjects must have enough cognitive abilities to complete study procedures, which will be operationally defined as having a Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score greater or equal to 10. *…
Contacts

Jennifer Icenhour

614-293-6882

jennifer.icenhour@osumc.edu

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