While Vitamin D insufficiency is found to be associated with cognitive impairment in adults, the SLE itself is found to be associated with cognitive dysfunction (NPSLE) in about 39% [Semin Arthritis Rheum 2018
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Confirmed diagnosed cases of NPSLE (according to American College of Rheumatology Guideline) along with low vitamin D status.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Exclusion Criteria Current use of vitamin D3 or calcium supplement. Current or past diagnosis of cognitive impairment or dementia due to known brain disorders Use of certain drugs such as corticosteroid, hormone replacement, psychoactive drugs
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 supplementation led to substantial improvements in serum vitamin D levels, cognitive function (MMSE scores), and brain perfusion in the intervention group. | — |
Countries
Asia(except Japan)
Contacts
National Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences(NINMAS) Dhaka