Plain-English translation of NCT05934188 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Researchers are investigating whether the bacteria living in your gut are connected to how your brain ages and whether they play a role in conditions like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. This study will compare healthy people of different ages with people who have been diagnosed with these neurological conditions to see if there are differences in their gut bacteria that match differences in their brain structure and function.
Recent research suggests that the bacteria in our gut may influence brain health and may be involved in age-related brain changes and neurological diseases, but scientists still don't fully understand these connections. This study aims to clarify how gut bacteria might affect the brain in both healthy aging and disease.
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You will visit the research center for brain imaging scans (MRI) and a detailed thinking and memory assessment. You will also provide stool and blood samples, and answer questions about your diet and eating habits. The entire process is non-invasive, and there are no known risks or long-term side effects from the procedures involved.
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