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Blast Overpressure Longitudinal Study
Sponsor: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Summary
The goal of this observational study is to learn about the impact of low-level blast exposure in U.S. Special Operations Forces personnel. The main questions it aims to answer are: What advanced brain imaging changes are related to clinical presentation after low-level blast exposure? What are the relationships between low-level blast exposure and common groups of symptoms after concussion? Participants will: * Undergo advanced brain imaging * Answer questionnaires * Complete clinical tests * Provide blood, urine, and saliva samples * Wear blast sensors
Official title: Blast Overpressure Longitudinal Exposure Study (BLES)
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
250
Start Date
2026-05
Completion Date
2030-08
Last Updated
2026-05-26
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Locations (3)
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg, North Carolina, United States
Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center
San Antonio, Texas, United States