Overview

A Pilot Study of Inflammatory Markers in Alzheimer's Disease

Status:
Unknown status
Trial end date:
2009-10-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to examine the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of patients with Alzheimer's disease for biomarkers of inflammation and their response to the antibiotics doxycycline and rifampin. The results of this preliminary analysis will be used in defining the direction of further research.
Phase:
Phase 3
Details
Lead Sponsor:
McMaster University
Collaborator:
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation
Treatments:
Doxycycline
Rifampin