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The Prevalance of Malnutrition and Its Association With Disability in Patients With Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis

NCT07497126

Active Not RecruitingN/A

Sponsor: Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Conditions: Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS), Malnutrition or Risk of Malnutrition

Countries: Turkey (Türkiye)

This prospective observational study aims to determine the prevalence of malnutrition in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and to evaluate its association with disability. Nutritional status will be assessed using the Mini Nutritional Assessment-Short Form, and body composition will be evaluated with bioelectrical impedance analysis and anthropometric measurements. The study will also assess urinary incontinence, depression, and anger-related features, and compare the findings with those of healthy controls.

Eligibility overview

Sex: ALL

Age: 18 Years to —

Healthy volunteers: Yes

Study type: OBSERVATIONAL

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 years or older
* Diagnosis of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis for the patient group
* Absence of another medical condition that markedly impairs walking, such as severe cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, or major orthopedic conditions
* Healthy volunteers willing to participate as controls
* Written informed consent provided

Exclusion Criteria:

* EDSS score ≥7 in the relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis group
* Multiple sclerosis relapse during the last 30 days
* Systemic glucocorticoid treatment during the last 30 days
* History of musculoskeletal disease
* History of neuromuscular junction disease

Locations (1)

Antalya, Antalya, Turkey (Türkiye)