Identifying Risk Factors for Multiple Sclerosis

Identifying and Characterizing Preclinical MS

Recruiting Observational Study
Multiple Sclerosis
Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. 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
1,000 (estimated)
Sponsor
Yale University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people who may be at risk of developing multiple sclerosis. Participants will help researchers identify factors that might indicate someone is likely to get the disease before any symptoms appear.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years old or older
  • I have a family history of multiple sclerosis
  • I have been diagnosed with a radiologically isolated syndrome
  • I have personal risk factors like smoking, obesity, or Vitamin D deficiency

You may not be able to join if

  • I am currently pregnant
  • I have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
  • I have an ongoing autoimmune disease
  • I am currently taking immunosuppressive medications

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 purpose of this research study is to try and identify risk factors and biologic changes that suggest that someone may go on to develop multiple sclerosis before a person has shown any symptoms of the disease.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18+ * Having one or more risk factors for multiple sclerosis, including one or more of the below: * Individuals known to have a radiologically isolated syndrome * Individuals with a family history of multiple sclerosis (first degree family member) * Individuals with…
Contacts

Erin Longbrake, MD

860-287-6100

erin.longbrake@yale.edu

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