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Research Studies: Dementia with Lewy Bodies

Currently Enrolling Studies

Dementia with Lewy Bodies Consortium

  • The purpose of this study is to allow for the discovery of biomarkers and promote additional future research to improve the diagnosis, care and treatment in dementia with Lewy bodies.

  • The consortium will collect detailed clinical information, biofluids, imaging data and ultimately autopsy results from individuals with dementia with Lewy bodies, mild cognitive impairment with a high likelihood of dementia with Lewy bodies, or Parkinson's disease dementia. There will be annual visits for up to 5 years. A study partner/caregiver is required.

  • Click here to view the study flyer

 

RewinD-LB: A Phase 2b Clinical Study of the P38 Alpha Kinase Inhibitor Neflamapimod in Patients with Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB)

  • This study will evaluate neflamapimod, compared to a placebo, to see if it can improve learning skills, problem solving skills, and memory loss in people with DLB.
  • This study is currently recruiting participants over the age of 55 with a diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies
  • Click here to view the RewinD-LB study flyer

 

LBD-TOROS: Sex-Specific Environmental and Reproductive Health Risk Factors for Lewy Body Dementia Survey

  • The purpose of this research study is to determine which environmental, occupational or reproductive health factors play a role in Lewy body dementia (LBD) and age of onset for dementia, and to identify specific risk factors for women and men. 
  • Participation in this research should last approximately 30-45 minutes and involves completing a one time surve online or by phone. A gift card will be provided to participants
  • We are recruiting adults with LBD (Parkinson's disease dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies) and adults without any Parkinsonian disorder or cognitive decline. 
  • Click here to view the study flyer for those with LBD
  • Click here to view the study flyer for those without LBD

 


Closed Studies

AscenD-LB: Cognitive Effects of Oral p38 Alpha Kinase Inhibitor Neflamapimod in Dementia with Lewy Bodies

  • The main objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a study drug called Neflamapimod on cognitive function in patients diagnosed with Dementia with Lewy Bodies.

  • People with dementia with Lewy bodies will use an oral medication for 21 weeks. The study will involve up to eight visits. Neurological examination and neuropsychological testing will be performed at each visit. A study partner/caregiver is required.

Questions?

For more information about our center's research studies, contact our Clinical Research Manager:

Jo Talledo Benrubi

atalledo@health.ucsd.edu 

(858) 246-2505

Or, movementdisorders@health.ucsd.edu