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In this study, the investigators aim to provide a deeper understanding of Parkinson's disease and find a biomarker of Parkinson's disease. This is done using imaging scans called Positron Emission tomography (PET), Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The findings will provide a deeper understanding of the brain changes in Parkinson's disease. More importantly, this study will help with the discovery and development of new medications aiming to delay progression of Parkinson's disease symptoms
The purpose of this study is to find a biomarker for Parkinson's disease (PD). A biomarker is an indicator of the presence of a disease, that can be measured, and that is able to give information about the progression, or severity, of it.
The study visits will take place in London. There are three locations on Hammersmith hospital campus, that are located near to each other. The NIHR Imperial Clinical Research Facility and Invicro London for clinical and MRI and PET assessments, and Imperial Healthcare Nuclear Medicine Department for the SPECT scan.
Participants will attend 5 visits in a 3 month period. These visits include an initial consent and assessment visit where some blood samples will also be taken. The second visit involves a PET scan with the tracer DASB along with an MRI scan. The third visit involves two PET scans one in the morning, with CIMBI tracer, an injection of Dexamphetamine, and then a second with CIMBI tracer to make a comparison. The fourth visit involves a SPECT scan, and the fifth visit is optional and would be for a lumbar puncture visit. Each visit will last around 6 hours.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNCA (Alpha-synuclein gene) | PET and SPECT molecular imaging and MRI; Clinical investigation and computerized neuropsychological testing; Collection of blood, urine and CSF biomarkers of PD pathology |
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| Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease | PET and SPECT molecular imaging and MRI; Clinical investigation and computerized neuropsychological testing; Collection of blood, urine and CSF biomarkers of PD pathology |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan using CIMBI-36 tracer | Other | This scan creates images of regional serotonin release in by using a tracer compound called CIMBI to highlight the brains capacity to release serotonin. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| DASB (a marker of Serotonin transporter) used to quantify in vivo pathology of serotonin | To quantify serotonergic pathology with [11C]3-amino-4-(2- imethylaminomethylphenylsulfanyl)-benzonitrile (DASB) Positron Emission Tomography (PET) | 3 Weeks |
| SPECT to measure brain molecular pathology | To quantify serotonergic pathology with [11C]DASB PET and dopaminergic pathology with Single-photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) | 3 Weeks |
| Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to view structural and microstructural changes and structural connectivity. | 3 Weeks |
| CIMBI to measure serotonin release | CIMBI-36 can be interpreted to show serotonin release capacity both quantifiably and locational. | 3 weeks |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Movement Disorder Society- Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (MDS-UPDRS) To determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation. | A rating tool used to gauge the course of Parkinson's disease in patients | 3 Weeks |
| Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA) to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation |
Inclusion criteria-
Exclusion criteria -
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A cohort of carriers of genetic mutations for familial forms of Parkinson's Disease, Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease patients, and previously collected data from healthy controls
| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marios Politis, Professor | Contact | 07503741242 | M.Politis@exeter.ac.uk | |
| Edoardo De Natale, Dr | Contact | 07503741242 | e.de-natale@exeter.ac.uk |
| Name | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Marios M Politis, Professor | University of Exeter | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| University Of Exeter | Recruiting | Exeter | Devon | EX1 2LU | United Kingdom |
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| Label | URL |
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| University of Exeter brief project information webpage | View source |
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Biosamples collected during this study will be blood, urine, and CSF. Blood biomarkers include routine clinical laboratory, DNA testing, and other analyses
| Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scan | Other | MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses magnets alongside radio waves to create pictures of the brain |
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| Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan using DASB tracer | Other | To create images of the brain using a tracer called DASB, which is a highly selective for serotonin transporters, this highlights serotonin terminals and neurons in the brain. |
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| FP-CIT Single-photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) scan | Other | A single-photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT) scan allows analysis of brain function by creating 3D Pictures using compounds called tracers. |
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| Lumbar puncture | Other | A lumbar puncture invovles a thin needle is inserted between the bones in your lower spine using local anaesthetic. This allows the collection of Cerebrospinal fluid ( CSF) |
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A cognitive screening test designed to assist in the detection of mild cognitive impairment. Scored out of 30. |
| 3 Weeks |
| Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery (CANTAB) to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | Administered to detect cognitive issues & brain disorders efficiently. | 3 Weeks |
| Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT) to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | To be used in screening for organic cerebral dysfunction sored out of 110 | 3 Weeks |
| Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | A brief, self-report inventory designed to measure the severity of depression symptomatology | 3 Weeks |
| State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | A commonly used measure of trait and state anxiety. Used to diagnose anxiety and to distinguish it from depressive syndromes. | 3 Weeks |
| University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | This is used to test the function of an individual's olfactory system | 3 Weeks |
| Movement Disorder Society- Non-Motor Symptoms scale for Parkinson's Disease MDS-NMSS to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | This is a 30-item rater-based scale to assess a wide range of non-motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson's disease | 3 Weeks |
| Scales for Outcomes in Parkinson's Disease-Autonomic questionnaire - Autonomic Dysfunction (SCOPA-AUT) to determine if there is a correlation with neuropsychological and behavioural evaluation | A 25 item assessment to evaluate autonomic symptoms in patients with Parkinson's disease | 3 Weeks |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D010300 | Parkinson Disease |
| D019636 | Neurodegenerative Diseases |
| D009410 | Nerve Degeneration |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D020734 | Parkinsonian Disorders |
| D001480 | Basal Ganglia Diseases |
| D001927 | Brain Diseases |
| D002493 | Central Nervous System Diseases |
| D009422 | Nervous System Diseases |
| D009069 | Movement Disorders |
| D000080874 | Synucleinopathies |
| D010335 | Pathologic Processes |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D009682 | Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy |
| C062942 | 2-phenyl-6-(2'-(4'-(ethoxycarbonyl)thiazolyl))thiazolo(3,2-b)(1,2,4)triazole |
| D013129 | Spinal Puncture |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D013057 | Spectrum Analysis |
| D002623 | Chemistry Techniques, Analytical |
| D008919 | Investigative Techniques |
| D001706 | Biopsy |
| D013048 | Specimen Handling |
| D019411 | Clinical Laboratory Techniques |
| D019937 | Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures |
| D003933 | Diagnosis |
| D003943 | Diagnostic Techniques, Neurological |
| D011677 | Punctures |
| D013812 | Therapeutics |
| D013514 | Surgical Procedures, Operative |
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