PET scans reveal hidden brain inflammation in MS and Alzheimer's

NCT ID NCT02649985

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study uses a special PET scan to look at brain inflammation in people with multiple sclerosis or Alzheimer's disease, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see if the pattern of inflammation differs between these diseases and relates to symptoms. Up to 250 adults aged 18 to 85 will join this observational study, which does not test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Brigham MS Center, 60 Fenwood Road

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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