Primary progressive multiple sclerosis
MONDO:0000451A multiple sclerosis that is characterized by steady worsening of neurologic functioning, without any distinct relapses or periods of remission. The rate of progression may vary over time, with occasional plateaus or temporary improvements, but the progression is continuous.
104 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 57 tagged with Primary progressive multiple sclerosis itself.
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New booster aims to shield the vulnerable from COVID-19
Vaccine CompletedThis study tested an extra dose of the HIPRA COVID-19 vaccine in 241 adults with conditions like HIV, kidney disease, or autoimmune disorders that weaken the immune system. The goal was to see if the booster raises antibody levels against virus variants and remains safe. Research…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Hipra Scientific, S.L.U • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:38 UTC
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Could a simple injection replace an IV for MS treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study is testing whether a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection of ocrelizumab works as well as the standard intravenous (IV) infusion for people with relapsing or primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The trial will compare how the drug is absorbed, its safety, and its…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug VIS171 tested in humans for first time – could it tame autoimmune disease?
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called VIS171 in 61 people: first in healthy volunteers, then in patients with autoimmune diseases. The main goal was to check safety and how the body processes the drug. No results on whether it actually helps the disease are available ye…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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MS drug ocrevus put to the test in everyday practice
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 1,710 people with relapsing or primary progressive multiple sclerosis who were prescribed ocrelizumab (Ocrevus) as part of their normal care. Researchers tracked symptoms like fatigue, mobility, and cognition, as well as side effects, to see how well the drug …
Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Cord blood cells injected into spine show promise for MS
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new cell therapy called DUOC-01, made from donated umbilical cord blood, in 20 adults with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). The cells were injected into the spinal fluid to see if it was safe. Researchers also looked for early signs o…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Joanne Kurtzberg, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New drug shows promise in slowing progressive MS disability
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether the oral drug tolebrutinib can delay disability progression in people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). 767 adults with PPMS received either tolebrutinib or a placebo. The study measured time to confirmed disability worsening ov…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Gold nanoparticles tested as brain energy boost for MS
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a liquid suspension of gold nanocrystals, called CNM-Au8, in 33 people with relapsing multiple sclerosis. The goal was to see if the treatment could improve energy metabolism in brain cells, measured by a special MRI scan. Participants took the drug by m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Clene Nanomedicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Blood filter shows promise for autoimmune patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a device called GLOBAFFIN that filters antibodies from the blood to help people with autoimmune diseases. It involved 34 adults and measured how much harmful antibodies were removed and if patients felt better. The goal was to see if the device is safe and wo…
Sponsor: Fresenius Medical Care Deutschland GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:18 UTC
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Could a common supplement fight fatigue in progressive MS?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether N-acetyl cysteine (NAC), an antioxidant supplement, can reduce fatigue in people with progressive multiple sclerosis. Participants take NAC or a placebo three times daily for four weeks, and researchers measure changes in fatigue scores and brain chemistr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gentle zapping of the brain ease MS fatigue and brain fog?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial investigates whether a non-invasive technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can help with fatigue, depression, anxiety, and cognitive problems in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). tDCS uses a weak electrical current applied to the scalp to ge…
Sponsor: Universidad de Almeria • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cutting salt and sugar may tame steroid side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a diet low in salt and sugar can reduce common side effects of corticosteroid treatment, such as weight gain, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Fifty adults with autoimmune diseases or asthma who were starting high-dose corticosteroids were randomly …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic and environmental triggers of rare muscle diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 719 people, including patients with autoimmune connective tissue diseases like myositis, their blood relatives, and healthy volunteers. Researchers collected blood samples and medical histories to find genetic and environmental factors that may trigger these …
Sponsor: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks brain decline in progressive MS
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows 66 people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) and healthy volunteers for two years to understand how thinking and memory change over time. Participants take cognitive tests and undergo MRI scans to see how brain tissue damage relates to mental de…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study reveals COVID-19 risks for autoimmune patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 13,000 people with chronic inflammatory rheumatism or autoimmune diseases who had or were suspected to have COVID-19. Researchers tracked how many developed severe COVID-19 requiring intensive care or leading to death. They also examined risk factors lik…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Eye camera spots hidden inflammation in MS patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used a special eye camera (adaptive optics) to look at blood vessel inflammation in the retina of 50 people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and healthy volunteers. The goal was to see if this inflammation differs between MS types and could serve as an early marker of dise…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Rituximab infection risk under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study followed 73 people with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or multiple sclerosis who were starting treatment with rituximab. The goal was to track how many developed serious infections and to understand what factors increase that risk. Researchers …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Brain scans reveal clues to uneven muscle weakness in progressive MS
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 46 people with progressive multiple sclerosis who have more weakness on one side of their body. Researchers used MRI scans to see how damage in the brain and spinal cord relates to muscle strength in each limb. The goal was to better understand what causes ph…
Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Ocrelizumab's brain impact in progressive MS examined
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed MRI scans from 732 people with primary-progressive multiple sclerosis who took part in the ORATORIO trial. Researchers wanted to see if ocrelizumab changes a part of the brain called the choroid plexus, which may be involved in inflammation. The study was obse…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Does your background affect your MS treatment? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed medical records of 800 multiple sclerosis patients to see if gender, race, or socioeconomic status affected how quickly they started Ocrelizumab or how well it worked. Researchers looked at relapse rates and MRI changes over 12 to 24 months. The goal was to id…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New drug LAD191 tested for safety in autoimmune patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-phase study tested the safety and tolerability of a new drug called LAD191 in 69 healthy adults and people with an autoimmune disease. Researchers gave single or multiple doses to see how the body processes the drug and if it causes side effects. The goal was to gather…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Almirall, S.A. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Blood tests may help unravel mysterious MS variants
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study measured two proteins in the blood—neurofilament light chain and GFAP—that can signal nerve damage. Researchers compared 15 people with atypical MS, 30 with typical MS, and 15 healthy controls to see if these markers differ. The goal was to better understand …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC