Clinical trials: Neural Tube Defect
Tethered Spinal Cord, Including Thickened Filum, Lipomas, Myelomeningocele and Meningocele
Inflammatory Response in Children Suffering From Tethered Cord
Embryologic phenomenons that lead to dysraphisms are known, but pathophysiology remains questioned. It is supposed not to be a simple mechanistic dysfunction, and other biological phenomenons are implied in spinal cord damaging.
- Trial name
- TETHERIC (NCT07611058)
- Testing
- CSF sampling during surgery
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 32 people
- Sponsor
- University Hospital, Lille
Neural Tube Defects, Bisphenol-A
Could Bisphenol-A Have a Role in the Etiology of Neural Tube Defects
Our aim in this study is in patients with a diagnosis of neural tube defect; is the measurement of BPA levels in maternal blood and amniotic fluid.
- Trial name
- NCT05454085
- Testing
- Bisphenol-A
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 92 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Sanliurfa Mehmet Akif Inan Education and Research Hospital
Spina Bifida
Motor Imagery-Supported Thoracic Expansion in Children With Spina Bifida
This study will investigate whether adding motor imagery to thoracic expansion exercises can improve respiratory function in children with spina bifida.
- Trial name
- NCT07846202
- Testing
- Thoracic Expansion Exercises, Motor Imagery-Supported Thoracic Expansion Exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Karabuk University
Folate Deficiency, Neural Tube Defects
Folic Acid Salt Study (FISFA Zambia)
Question: How effective is fortified iodized salt with folic acid (FISFA) in increasing serum and red blood cell folate in non-lactating, non-pregnant women of reproductive age in the country of Zambia who do not have active food…
- Trial name
- NCT06734611
- Testing
- Fortified Iodized Salt with Folic Acid (FISFA)
- Where
- 2 sites in United States, Zambia
- Volunteers
- 250 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
Myelomeningocele, Spinal Cord Injury
Reciprocating Gait Orthoses for Paraplegia Patients
Ambulation would bring many physiological and psychological benefits and getting up and walking has been a dream for paraplegia patients.The reciprocating gait orthoses (RGOs) for paraplegics particularly draws research…
- Conditions
- Myelomeningocele, Spinal Cord Injury, Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Trial name
- UPGO (NCT02227407)
- Testing
- RGOs(reciprocating gait orthoses)
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 8 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Taiwan University Hospital
Spinal Cord Injuries, Spina Bifida
Examining Capacity Building of Youth With Physical Disabilities to Pursue Participation Following the PREP Intervention.
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about how a participation-based intervention builds capacity of youth with physical disabilities to pursue activities of their choice in the community.
- Conditions
- Spinal Cord Injuries, Spina Bifida, Musculoskeletal Disorder, Juvenile Arthritis
- Trial name
- NCT06007885
- Testing
- Pathways and Resources to Engagement and Participation (PREP)
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- McGill University
Neural Tube Defects
Genetics of Neural Tube Defects
The Genetics of Neural Tube Defects Study at the University of Miami: The University of Miami John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics is looking for families to participate in research to identify the genetic and…
- Trial name
- NTD (NCT01253746)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 6,000 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics
Spina Bifida
Psychosocial Adjustment of Adolescents With Spina Bifida
The purpose of this longitudinal study is to evaluate a developmentally-oriented bio-neuropsychological model of adjustment in youth and young adults with spina bifida.
- Trial name
- CHATS (NCT00891891)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 140 people
- Sponsor
- Loyola University Chicago
Cerebral Palsy, Stroke
Feasibility of the Portable YouGrabber System
The aim of the study is to determine the feasibility of the portable version of the YouGrabber® system in children with central motor disorders.
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Meningomyelocele
- Trial name
- YouGrabber (NCT02368223)
- Testing
- YouGrabber
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- University Children's Hospital, Zurich
Chiari Malformation Type I, Syringomyelia
Abnormality of the Central Canal of the Spinal Cord in Syringomyelia in a Patient With a Basal Skull Malformation
The aim of this study is to analyze the association between a deformity of the cranial portion of the central spinal canal and syringomyelia in patients with a Chiari-type malformation of the craniocervical junction.
- Trial name
- SYRCANAL (NCT07720206)
- Testing
- MRI
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University Hospital, Bordeaux
Meningomyelocele, Spinal Dysraphism
Management of Myelomeningocele Study (MOMS)
Spina bifida (myelomeningocele) is a complex birth defect in which a portion of the spinal cord is not fully developed. The overlying bones and skin are incompletely formed and the underdeveloped area of the spinal cord is…
- Trial name
- MOMS (NCT00060606)
- Testing
- Prenatal Myelomeningocele Repair Surgery, Postnatal Myelomeningocele Repair Surgery
- Where
- 3 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 183 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The George Washington University Biostatistics Center
Spina Bifida
Establishing the Preliminary Utility of a Novel Pediatric Manual Mobile Standing Wheelchair
To establish the preliminary utility of a novel pediatric manual mobile standing wheelchair (PedMMSWC).
- Trial name
- NCT07290556
- Testing
- PedMMSWC Wheelchair User Testing, PedMMSWC Simulated Home, School, Community Environment
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Optimal Mobility, Inc
Spinal Dysraphism
Determining Developmental and Clinical Markers Affecting Urinary Function of Children With Spinal Dysraphism
To identify developmental and clinical biomarkers that affect urinary incontinence at the ages of 5, 7, and 10 according to different neuro-urological clinical factors.
- Trial name
- NCT05962086
- Where
- 6 sites in South Korea
- Volunteers
- 1,500 people
- Sponsor
- Seoul National University Hospital
Spina Bifida, Urothelial Neoplasm
Urothelium Tissue Engineering Using Biopsies From Transurethral Resection of Prostate
Different clinical conditions can require urinary bladder augmentation or replacement. Tissue engineered bladder has been clinically evaluated but is not recommended due to diverse side effects.
- Conditions
- Spina Bifida, Urothelial Neoplasm, Bladder, Neurogenic, Bladder Exstrophy
- Trial name
- IMOPU (NCT03698721)
- Testing
- Transurethral Resection of Prostate
- Volunteers
- 365 people
- Sponsor
- Central Hospital, Nancy, France
Recurrent Adult Tethered Cord Syndrome
A Randomized Controlled Trial for Surgical Treatment of Recurrent Adult Tethered Cord Syndrome
This trial compares detethering surgery and spinal column shortening surgery, two treatments for adults with recurrent tethered cord syndrome (TCS), a neurological disorder where the spinal cord becomes abnormally attached to…
- Trial name
- NCT06197399
- Testing
- Detethering Surgery, Spinal Column Shortening Surgery
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 222 people
- Sponsor
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing
Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida
The Effectiveness of Participation-focused Interventions on Body Functions of Youth With Physical Disabilities
Youth with physical disabilities face greater restrictions to participation in community-based activities than their typically developing peers, which can lead to poor health outcomes.
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophies, Musculoskeletal Disorder
- Trial name
- NCT03851107
- Testing
- Engagement in 6-week community-based activity program
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 8 people
- Sponsor
- McGill University
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Efficacy and Safety of Nerve Root Axial Decompression Surgery in The Treatment of Tethered Cord Syndrome
Background: Tethered cord syndrome (TCS) is a progressive clinical condition including a series of neurological dysfunctions and deformities attributable to abnormally increased tension on the spinal cord, which is lacking…
- Trial name
- NCT03262844
- Testing
- Conservative treatment, Capsule surgery
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Shanghai Changzheng Hospital
Chronic Pain, Chiari Malformation
Examining Different Components of Online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for People With Chiari Malformation
Chiari Malformation (CM) is a chronic health condition characterized by brain and spinal malformations and displacements that cause obstruction of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF; Hadley, 2002) circulation.
- Trial name
- NCT05581472
- Testing
- Online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Intervention + Phone Coaching, Online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Intervention without phone coaching
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 113 people
- Sponsor
- Kent State University
Spina Bifida
Nerve Rerouting Treatment for Neurogenic Bladder in Spina Bifida
The goal of this study is to evaluate a surgical procedure (operation) that reroutes lumbar to sacral nerves in the spinal column to improve the bladder's ability to empty properly in patients born with Spina Bifida.
- Trial name
- NCT01096459
- Testing
- Nerve Rerouting
- Sponsor
- Kenneth Peters, MD
Spinal Cord Injuries, Spina Bifida
Downstream Effects of Personalized 'Top-down' Participation-based Interventions Among Youth With Physical Disabilities
Participation in community-based activities is essential to the health and well-being of youth with physical disabilities; yet, it is extremely restricted.
- Conditions
- Spinal Cord Injuries, Spina Bifida, Musculoskeletal Disorder, Juvenile Arthritis
- Trial name
- NCT05784285
- Testing
- Engagement in a 8-week community-based activity program
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 150 people
- Sponsor
- McGill University