Anti-Viral Therapy in Alzheimer's Disease
This study is being conducted to evaluate if the generic anti-viral medication,valacyclovir, is helpful in treating Alzheimer’s disease in patients who have tested positive for antibodies to herpes simplex virus-1 or herpes simplex virus-2 in their blood serum. This study will examine the effects of valacyclovir or placebo on everyday cognition (learning, memory, attention, language, and related mental abilities) and function over an 18-month period.
Antibiotic-Resistant Infections | NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone doctors identify and manage antibiotic-resistant infections, such as MRSA and carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae.
Antiphospholipid Syndrome | NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone doctors quickly diagnose and develop a treatment plan to manage the symptoms of antiphospholipid syndrome.
Antiphospholipid Syndrome Alliance for Clinical Trials and International Networking (APS ACTIONInternational Clinical Database and Repository
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a disorder that manifests clinically as recurrent venous or arterial thrombosis and/or fetal loss. APS can occur as a primary condition or secondary to an autoimmune disease such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)(1). The aim of this study is to establish a registry or database to assess outcomes, response to treatment, treatment preferences and disease characteristics of patients with Primary Antiphospholipid Syndrome (PAPS) and also of those with APS secondary to SLE. A registry with a collection of clinical data with a large cohort will identify areas to conduct clinical trials. Currently, clinical trials are needed to increase evidence base and optimize the management of APS (4). In addition, any differences of outcomes of those with PAPS compared with APS and SLE will be evaluated. Literature review revealed conflicting reports Vianna, JL, et al, observed similar outcomes in these cohorts (2). In contrast, Danowski, A, et al, suggest those with APS and SLE have an increased incidence of arterial thrombosis, venous thrombosis, and fetal loss than in those with primary APS (3). The outcomes of these types of studies will offer support for rheumatologists monitoring patients with APS. 200 subjects will be enrolled at this site.
Antiretroviral Therapy for Kaposi Sarcoma | NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone doctors prescribe antiretroviral medications for people with HIV and Kaposi sarcoma.
Anxiety Disorders | NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone mental health specialists manage a broad range of anxiety disorders.
Anxiety Disorders in Children | NYU Langone Health
Specialists at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone diagnose and treat childhood anxiety disorders.
Aortic Aneurysm | NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone vascular and cardiothoracic surgeons are highly trained in diagnosing and managing aortic aneurysms.
Aortic Center | NYU Langone Health
Cardiac and vascular surgeons diagnose, manage, and treat conditions of the body’s largest blood vessel at NYU Langone’s Aortic Center.
Aortic Center Doctors | NYU Langone Health
Find a doctor at the Aortic Center at NYU Langone.