The Natural History of Infantile Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (NCT00983879) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Natural History of Infantile Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
United States6 participantsStarted 2009-09
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this natural history study is to understand more about the progression of infantile Krabbe disease, a very rare genetic disease. There is very little published longitudinal data with only anecdotal cases. This natural history study will be important in understanding the effect of future therapies that are presently in the preclinical phase.
Who can participate
Age range
2 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Informed consent obtained before any study-related activities. (Study-related activities are any procedure that would not have been performed during normal management of the subject)
* The patient must have a documented diagnosis of infantile globoid cell leukodystrophy with galactocerebroside ß-galactosidase (GALC) activity \< 0.50 nmol/h/mg protein and evidence of two pathogenic mutations in the GALC gene must be confirmed after the baseline visit
* The patient must have an age at the time of screening \< 2 years
* The patient's parent(s) and/or legal guardian must have the ability to comply with the clinical protocol
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
* Presence of known clinically significant cardiovascular, hepatic, pulmonary or renal disease or other medical condition
* Presence of major congenital abnormality
* Any other medical condition or serious intercurrent illness, or extenuating circumstance that, in the opinion of the principal investigator, would preclude participation in the study
* Use of any investigational product within 30 days prior to study enrollment or currently enrolled in another study which involves clinical investigations
* The patient's parent(s) and/or legal guardian is unable to understand the nature, scope, and possible consequences of the study
* Patient is unable to comply with the protocol, i.e. inability to return for follow-up evaluations or otherwise unlikely to complete the …
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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This longitudinal observational study will collect information on patients diagnosed with infantile globoid cell leukodystrophy over approximately an 18-month period.