Search / Trial NCT00001320

Neuroimaging of Dopamine Metabolism in Normal and Psychiatric Patients

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH (NIMH) · Nov 3, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of December 27, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Parkinson's Disease Schizophrenia Dopamine D2/D3 Receptors Brain Imaging Spect Equilibrium Brain Scan Brain Research Brain Disorders Schizoaffective Disorder Normal Volunteer

ClinConnect Summary

Abnormalities in dopaminergic neurotransmission have been described in substance abuse and different neuropsychiatric disorders including schizophrenia. \[I-123\] IBZM is a radioligand that has been widely employed for SPECT imaging of dopamine type 2 and type 3 receptors (D2 and D3, respectively) and fluctuations in levels of endogenous dopamine. \[I-123\] IBZM SPECT has been used in the SPECT Lab of the Clinical Brain Disorders Branch for several years without adverse effects. Pharmacological effects of IBZM are unlikely due to the minimal amounts used and have not been observed. We propo...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • INCLUSION CRITERIA:
  • Patients with schizophrenia will be recruited exclusively from among inpatients who are participating in clinical studies of the Clinical Brain Disorders Branch of NIMH under NIH protocol #89-M-0160 (Egan 1999a) and for whom genetic data is already available.
  • Normal volunteers will be recruited exclusively from among individuals who have volunteered for studies under NIH protocol #95-M-0150 (Egan 1999b) as normal control subjects and for whom genetic data is already being analyzed.
  • EXCLUSION CRITERIA:
  • Pregnancy: All women of childbearing age must undergo a pregnancy test prior to injection or radioactive isotope. If the pregnancy test is positive or if the woman has reason to believe she might be pregnant, she will be excluded from this study.
  • Breastfeeding: Women who are breastfeeding will be excluded from this study to avoid unwarranted risk to their children.
  • Iodine sensitivity: Subjects with a prior reaction to iodine, iodine compounds, or shellfish will be excluded from this study. Also, subjects with a history of thyroid disease or dysfunction will be excluded from this study.
  • Substance abuse: Subjects with a history of recent substance abuse will be excluded from this study.
  • Metal objects in body: Subjects with metal objects in their bodies as specified in our MRI protocol (91-M-0124) will be excluded from this study.
  • INCLUSION CRITERIA FOR PATIENTS WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA:
  • Prior participation as a NIMH inpatient under NIH protocol #89-M-0160.
  • Schizophrenia diagnosis according to DSM-IV criteria.
  • EXCLUSION CRITERIA FOR PATIENTS WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA:
  • Coexistence of another mental illness at the time of the study. If the patient has experienced other mental illnesses in the past (e.g. a learning disability or major depression), then this should be judged to be fully recovered.
  • INCLUSION CRITERIA FOR NORMAL CONTROLS:
  • Prior participation as a normal volunteer under NIH protocol #95-M-0150.
  • No Axis I or Axis II diagnoses.
  • EXCLUSION CRITERIA FOR NORMAL CONTROLS:
  • Subjects with an Axis I or II disorder will be excluded.
  • Subjects with concomitant medical or neurological disorders which require ongoing medication, or which may affect the central nervous system will be excluded.

About National Institute Of Mental Health (Nimh)

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is a leading federal agency dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of mental health disorders through innovative research and clinical trials. As part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), NIMH focuses on a broad spectrum of mental health issues, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and developmental disorders. By fostering collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and the community, NIMH aims to translate scientific discoveries into effective interventions and improve mental health outcomes for individuals across the lifespan. Through its commitment to rigorous research methodologies and ethical standards, NIMH plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health care and policy.

Locations

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

People applied

Timeline

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