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Development of Quantitative Muscle Imaging as a Biomarker of Disease Endpoints in Myotonic Dystrophy

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - 65 YearsAllWake Forest University Health Sciences
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Myotonic dystrophy (dystrophia myotonica; DM), the most prevalent form of muscular dystrophy in adults, is characterized by progressive myopathy, myotonia, and multi-systemic involvement. DM causes severe disability and profoundly affects the patient's quality of life. Currently, no effective treatments are available that alter the course of the disease, but ongoing clinical trials are underway.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: DM subjects * Age 18 - 65 years * Diagnosis of DM1 or DM2 by clinical or genetic criteria. If DM1 or DM2 was diagnosed by clinical criteria, a first-degree relative must have genetic testing confirmation and sign a genetic consent form to release their genetic information * Clinically affected, as defined by muscle weakness or myotonia * Ambulate independently (a walker is not permitted) * Able to provide informed consent for participation in the study Control subjects * Age 18 - 65 years old * Healthy as defined by no significant medical or neurological conditions * Able to provide informed consent for participation in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiac pacemaker, defibrillator, metal implants, or other contraindications for MRI * Use of anabolic or catabolic agents within one year of entry * History of lumbar spine or leg surgery, lumbar radiculopathy, or peripheral neuropathy * BMI \> 35 because obesity compromises positioning on the MR scanner * Pregnancy * For muscle biopsy, history of bleeding disorders or on anticoagulation. Subjects taking nonsteroidal anti- inflammatory agents will be asked to discontinue these medications 7 days prior to muscle biopsy.
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What it tests

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Where

1 site
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Winston-Salem, United States
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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