Imaging Tests for Parkinson's and Related Conditions

[18F]-MFBG Versus [123I]-MIBG and [18F]-PE2I in PD vs. MSA and DLB vs. AD

Recruiting Phase 2 Phase 3 Interventional Study
Parkinson Disease Dementia With Lewy Bodies MSA - Multiple System Atrophy Alzheimer Disease
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 85
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2/3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Diagnostic
Participants needed
113 (estimated)
Sponsor
prof. dr. Koen Van Laere · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, or related conditions to participate in imaging tests. Participants will need to visit the hospital for several appointments to undergo various scans and assessments.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 45 and 85 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease or a related condition.
  • I can understand the patient information and give consent.
  • I am in good health and have no major illnesses.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a history of major psychiatric disorders.
  • I have cognitive impairment or major internal diseases.
  • I have had previous research involving radiation exposure in the last year.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have claustrophobia or can't tolerate being confined.

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
Study goal: The goal of this prospective head to head comparison is to evaluate the effectiveness of \[18F\]-MFBG PET in assessing cardiac innervation, comparing it with \[123I\]-MIBG SPECT The study's primary focus is on distinguishing between Parkinson's disease (PD) and multiple system atrophy (MSA), as well as between dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) and Alzheimer's disease (AD). Main questio…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Healthy Controls: * Voluntary written informed consent. * Use of highly effective methods of birth control. * Age between 18 and 85 years. * Good health based on medical history, physical examination, clinical laboratory tests, and urinalysis. * No history or …
Contacts

Koen Van Laere, Prof. dr.

+3216343715

koen.vanlaere@UZLeuven.be

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