Serum GFAP, NfL, VEGF and Clinical Progression in Progressive MS

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age18-60
SponsorOndokuz Mayıs University

About this trial

This study aimed to investigate whether the biomarkers GFAP, NfL, and VEGF-recently considered important guides for better understanding the pathophysiology of MS-also serve as indicators of clinical progression in MS.

Eligibility criteria

This trial does not accept healthy volunteers

Qualifiers

Confirmed diagnosis of MS

Progressive type MS

Voluntary participation

Age between 18-60 years

Disqualifiers

Presence of another neurological disorder

Change in medication within the last 3 months

Relapse within the last 3 months

Trial population

Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

Trial design

Design model

Other

Time perspective

Cross-sectional

Treatments tested in this trial

Not listed

Trial groups

22 Participants
are grouped into 1 trial group
Group A: Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

Trial outcomes

Primary outcomes

1

Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS)

The Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) is a method of quantifying disability in multiple sclerosis. Scores range from 0 to 10, in 0.5-point increments, where 0 indicates normal neurological status and 10 indicates death due to multiple sclerosis. The scale is based on the assessment of functional systems and ambulation, with higher scores reflecting greater disability.

Time frame
Baseline
2

Standardized Mini-Mental Test

The Standardized Mini-Mental Test (MMT/MMSE) score ranges from 0 to 30. Higher scores indicate better cognitive function.

Time frame
Baseline
3

Symbol Digit Modalities Test

The Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT) is a neuropsychological test used to assess information processing speed, attention, and visual-motor coordination. Score range: Typically 0 to \~110 (number of correct responses in 90 seconds; exact upper limit depends on performance) Higher scores: Indicate better cognitive processing speed and function

Time frame
Baseline
4

Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29)

Score range: 29-145 (each item scored 1-5) Higher scores: Indicate greater impact of MS on daily life (worse physical and psychological status)

Time frame
Baseline

Secondary outcomes

Other outcomes

Locations

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