CompletedNot Applicable

Neurology Measures in FA Children

United States108 participantsStarted 2017-11-20

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to identify ways to follow progression of Friedreich's Ataxia (FA) and be able to measure changes over time in children with FA. Participants will have biannual visits to observe how the disease progresses over time and determine the rate of progression. Funding Source- Food and Drug Administration Office of Orphan Products Development (FDA OOPD).

Who can participate

Age range

2 Years – 18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

. Males or females age 2 to 18 years.
. Genetically confirmed diagnosis of Friedreich's Ataxia (FA) or clinically confirmed diagnosis of FA, pending confirmatory genetic testing through a commercial or research laboratory
. Parental/guardian permission (informed consent) and if appropriate, child assent.

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?

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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

Change in mFARS (Modified Friedreich's Ataxia Rating Scale) Score

Timeframe: Baseline up to 36 Months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03418740

SponsorChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2023-02-02

Results submitted2024-02-02

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