ALS, ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
Conditions
Brief summary
The goal of this observational study is to identify molecular features in multiple clinical samples and/or the patient environment that are associated with ALS. Participants will collect biological samples and answer questionnaires regarding their health at each appointment with their ALS practitioner.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina
Viome
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Patient of Dr. Espíndola at UFSC
Exclusion criteria
\-
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Molecular features of biological samples that are predictive of ALS progression | We will collect samples and health data from each participant from the time of diagnosis to their death or study termination, whichever comes sooner. Specific time frame: We will collect outcome measures through study completion, an average of 3 years. |
Contacts
Primary ContactRaquel Clinical Research Coordinator, BS
Backup ContactMomo Chief Science Officer, Head of Clinical Research, PhD
Outcome results
None listed