Encephalitis lethargica
MONDO:0019384A form of encephalitis, the etiology of which is uncertain, that is characterized by lethargy and headache.
Also known as: Von Economo encephalitis, encephalitis lethargica, epidemic encephalitis, lethargic encephalitis, von Economo's disease, Von Economo’s disease
20 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Encephalitis lethargica itself.
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Supercharged donor cells take on viruses after transplant
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether specially grown donor immune cells (viral-specific T-cells) can safely treat viral infections that often occur after a stem cell transplant. These infections can be serious and sometimes don't respond to standard antiviral drugs. The approach aims to boos…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can donor cells stop viruses after transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving patients donor-derived immune cells (VSTs) on a regular schedule can prevent dangerous viral infections after a stem cell transplant. 180 participants will be randomly assigned to receive VSTs either on a fixed schedule or only when a virus is dete…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could immune checkpoint drugs tame a deadly brain virus?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether immune checkpoint inhibitors, drugs that help the immune system fight infections, can improve outcomes for people with progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare brain virus. Researchers will follow 66 patients over a year, measuring di…
Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Rapid brain infection test could slash unnecessary antibiotic use
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a quick diagnostic test (BioFire FilmArray) can accurately predict the cause of meningitis or encephalitis in 182 adults. Participants with symptoms like fever, headache, or confusion will have their spinal fluid tested. The goal is to see if the test …
Sponsor: Federal University of Health Science of Porto Alegre • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive Parkinson's registry launches in china to track 100,000 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect health information from 100,000 people with Parkinsonian disorders in China over 10 years. Participants use an online platform to report symptoms, quality of life, and other health details every 3 months. The goal is to better understand how the disease…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC