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Cognitive Decline in AD

Recruitingn/aAges 65 Years - 92 YearsAllChinese University of Hong Kong
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

There is lack of information on the risk factors of accelerated cognitive decline in older people with Alzheimer disease (AD). The extent of neurodegeneration and white matter disease has been reported to be important factors. In addition there may be biomarkers e.g. inflammatory cytokines that can contribute to cognitive decline. The impact of care arrangement and physical activity may also be important. Insulin signaling is impaired in Alzheimer disease (AD). We therefore propose to perform a cohort study of older people with AD. This will be based on an on-going AD registry which was designed to identify genetic biomarkers for AD. Detailed neurocognitive tests and lifestyle information are available. In addition, volumetric MRI brain scans were performed in all AD subjects. The hypothesis is that MRI brain volumes, serum biomarkers, physical activity, physical functioning are indepen

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Sufficient Cantonese competency for cognitive test * Clinical diagnosis of AD * FAST test staging 3-5 Exclusion Criteria: * Subjects who refuse blood taking procedure * No reliable family caregiver informant (person contact at least once a month)
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What it tests

  • Not listed
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Where

1 site
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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