PET Imaging for Neurological Effects of COVID-19

PET Imaging of Cyclooxygenase-1 in Participants With Neurological Manifestations of Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 Infection (PASC)

Recruiting Phase 1 Interventional Study
Long COVID Post Acute Sequelae of COVID-19
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. 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 – 70
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Diagnostic
Participants needed
60 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 70 who have long-term brain problems after COVID-19. Participants will undergo several medical tests and brain scans to help researchers understand these symptoms better.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must not be taking NSAIDsCorticosteroidsImmunosuppressants
Rules you out Active SARS-CoV-2 infectionPregnancyBreastfeedingHIV Infection

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 70 years old.
  • I am in good general health.
  • I can understand and sign consent forms.
  • I have symptoms affecting my brain after COVID-19.
  • I have completed a screening under the connected protocols.
  • I have had my radial artery pulse checked.
  • I agree to follow lifestyle guidelines.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have serious health problems found on tests.
  • I have taken NSAIDs in the past two weeks.
  • I have taken corticosteroids or immunosuppressants in the past month.
  • I have a substance use disorder.
  • I have an unstable medical condition.
  • I cannot travel to the NIH.
  • I can't lie flat or still for the scans.
  • I cannot have an MRI scan.

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: SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19. Some people who recover from COVID-19 have long-term symptoms that affect the brain. These include headaches; loss of taste and smell; sleep problems; thinking problems; depression; and anxiety. Researchers want to know if a tracer (a substance that is injected into a person s body before an imaging scan) can help identify inflammation in …
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: Patients: To be eligible for this study, Neuro-PASC participants must meet all of the following criteria: * Aged 18 to 70 years of age. * Participants must be in good general health as evidenced by medical history and physical examination. * Each participant must have a level…
Contacts

Tara N Turon, C.R.N.P.

(301) 827-6599

tara.turon@nih.gov

CONTACT

Robert B Innis, M.D.

(301) 594-1368

robert.innis@nih.gov

CONTACT