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Edinburgh Cognitive and Behavioural Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Screen in Norway: A Validation Study

Launched by HAUKELAND UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Jul 5, 2018

Trial Information

Current as of June 01, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Cognitive Screening Validation

ClinConnect Summary

Screening of cognitive and behavioral impairment is a distinct recommendation in ALS-specific health-care. Thus, a rapid screening tool valid for use in Norway is urgent. However, cognitive assessment for patients with ALS can be difficult due to the complexity of cognitive impairment, as well as motor challenges with writing, drawing and speaking. Therefore, only ALS-specific, multi domain screening instruments with integrated behavioral sections should be used. Internationally, the Edinburgh cognitive and behavioral amyotrophic lateral sclerosis screen (ECAS), is recommended for the purpo...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • voluntary informed consent
  • native Norwegian speaker
  • aged between 35 and 85 years old (only for Controls)
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • great difficulties in writing og Reading
  • comorbid Medical history
  • neurological disorders others than ALS
  • psychiatric history of importance to cognitive function

About Haukeland University Hospital

Haukeland University Hospital, located in Bergen, Norway, is a leading academic medical center renowned for its commitment to innovative research and high-quality patient care. As a prominent clinical trial sponsor, the hospital leverages its extensive expertise in various medical fields to facilitate cutting-edge clinical studies that aim to advance healthcare outcomes. With a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals and researchers, Haukeland University Hospital fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange, ensuring that trials are conducted with the highest standards of ethics, safety, and scientific rigor. Its strategic focus on translational research enhances the bridge between laboratory discoveries and real-world applications, contributing to the global body of medical knowledge.

Locations

Bergen, , Norway

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Tina Taule, PhD

Principal Investigator

Haukeland University Hospital

Timeline

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