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Northwestern Neuromuscular Disease Biorepository
Led by Northwestern University · Updated on 2026-03-17
2500
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
1252 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The primary objective of this research is to collect clinical data and tissue samples from adult patients with neuromuscular disease cared for at the Northwestern Memorial Hospital neuromuscular clinic (Lavin Building, 19th floor). This study has the following aims: Aim 1: To consent a large cohort of adult study participants with neuromuscular disorders, including but not limited to motor neuron diseases, neuropathies, neuromuscular junction disorders, and myopathies for participation in the biorepository and to collect longitudinal data on their clinical disease phenotypes. Aim 2: To obtain and store biological samples from biorepository study participants, including whole blood, plasma, serum, peripheral blood mononuclear cells \[PBMCs\], skin biopsies, and cerebrospinal fluid. Aim 3: To develop a data-sharing process to provide de-identified biorepository participant clinical data and samples to partnered investigators to expedite discovery in neuromuscular disease diagnosis and treatment.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Northwestern Neuromuscular Disease Biorepository
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults 18 years and older
- Diagnosed with or undergoing evaluation for a neuromuscular disorder including motor neuron diseases, neuropathies, neuromuscular junction disorders, or myopathies
- Receiving care from a provider in the Northwestern Neuromuscular Division
- Signed and dated informed consent form provided personally or by legally authorized representative following Good Clinical Practice and local regulations
You will not qualify if you...
- History of bleeding disorders or current use of anticoagulants (e.g., Coumadin, heparin) that prevent collection of cerebrospinal fluid or skin biopsies
- History of keloid formation for participants undergoing skin biopsy
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Northwestern University Department of Neurology
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
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Model
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
0
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