Trial Information

Summary: Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare brain infection caused by the JC virus - Adults

People with progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) are asked to participate in a research study being conducted by Mount Sinai Medical Center.

You may be eligible to participate in this study if you:

• Are between the ages of 18 and 60
• Have been diagnosed with PML

You may not participate in this study if you:

• Have an infection of the Central Nervous System
• Have any condition which would prevent repeated lumbar punctures
• Have an active severe mental illness (e.g., depression, anxiety, psychosis, and schizophrenia)
• Have active epilepsy
• Have liver or kidney failure
• Have been treated with quinine, quinidine, chloroquine, or halofantrine
• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or intend to become pregnant during the study
• Have participated in another research study within the last 30 days

If you would like to learn more about participating in this study, please send an e-mail message using the form below.