Novel Antineuronal Antibodies in Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen by Ken J Hui, MD

Age: Any Age

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

Gastrointestinal motility disorders represent a heterogeneous group of neuromuscular diseases of the enteric nervous systems. While autoimmune neuromuscular diseases of the central nervous system (CNS) are well described, the role of autoimmunity in enteric nervous system (ENS) has been less studied. Approximately 10% of patients with unexplained gastrointestinal dysmotility diseases have positive serum autoantibodies to peripheral nervous system proteins, suggesting an autoimmune mechanism targeting the enteric nervous system. The investigator's aim is to identify novel anti neuronal antibodies that contribute to autoimmune gastrointestinal motility disorders by analyzing the serum of patients with abnormal gastrointestinal motility.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Males and females >13 years old.

Patient referred to the GI Motility clinic for suspected enteric dysmotility based on chronic refractory gastrointestinal symptoms

English proficiency and literacy sufficient to sign consent.

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Novel Antineuronal Antibodies (Antibodies)

Participant Groups

Group I: Antibody isolation, DNA isolation Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patients with GI dysmotility

Find a Clinic Near You

Research Locations Nearby Select from list below to view details:

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Johns Hopkins University Lead Sponsor

References