New brain scans could reveal hidden clues in rare nerve disease

NCT ID NCT07635030

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study uses special brain scans (MRS) to measure two natural chemicals, GABA and glutathione, in people with Friedreich's Ataxia (FRDA). Researchers want to see if these chemicals can serve as reliable markers of the disease and how they change after taking the drug Omaveloxolone. About 60 participants, ages 8 to 16, will have up to three scans over at least six months. The goal is to better understand FRDA and improve future treatment monitoring.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Friedreich ataxia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States