Volunteers Needed
Doctors at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) seek volunteers for a research study evaluating if brain inflammation occurs in individuals who are alcohol drinkers. Researchers also want to test if at least 3 weeks without alcohol affects inflammation in the brain.
About the Research Study
- Participation may require a 2 to 3-day inpatient, overnight stay.
- Participants will have magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) scans of the brain.
- Participants will have the option to participate in a 3 to 4-week inpatient alcohol detox phase of the study, followed by repeat brain scans.
- Those who do not participate in the inpatient portion will also receive repeat brain scans.
You May Qualify if You
- Are 30 to 75 years old
- Have a minimum 5 year history of heavy alcohol drinking
- Drink at least 20 alcohol drinks/week if male or 15 drinks/week if female
- Are seeking or not seeking treatment for an alcohol use disorder
You May Not Qualify if You
- Have a medical condition that can impact brain function
- Have had head trauma with loss of consciousness for more than 30 minutes
- Have a history of drug abuse other than alcohol
- Are pregnant or breast feeding
- Are allergic to lidocaine
- Have a history of a bleeding or clotting disorder
- Have a positive urine test result for illicit drugs
Location
The NIH Clinical Center, America's research hospital, is conveniently located on the Metro Red Line (Medical Center stop) in Bethesda, Maryland. There is no charge for study-related tests or procedures. Compensation and travel assistance may be provided.
For More Information
1-800-411-1222
TTY: 1-866-411-1010
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Refer to study # 14-AA-0192
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC)
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)