Clinical trials
Refractory Status Epilepticus clinical trials
Below are recruiting refractory status epilepticus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 8 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06344338Recruiting
Testing brain stimulation for hard-to-control seizures
This trial uses a non-invasive device to apply mild electrical stimulation to the brain (tDCS) for people whose seizures continue despite multiple medications. It aims to see if this can help stop the seizure activity.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14–80 - NCT05851391RecruitingPhase 2
Test drug treatment to stop hard-to-control seizures after cardiac arrest
This Phase 2 trial tests a medication strategy to stop “refractory status epilepticus,” a severe seizure condition that can happen after a cardiac arrest. It may help by reducing ongoing seizure activity after return of circulation in the ICU.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04170491Recruiting
EEG monitoring for ongoing seizures in ICU
This trial studies whether using EEG (a brain-wave test) in the ICU can help guide care for people whose seizures keep going despite initial medicines. It may benefit patients with severe, difficult-to-stop status epilepticus by improving how doctors find and treat ongoing seizure activity.
LondonAges 16 years+ - NCT05674552RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Ketone drinks to treat hard-to-stop seizure emergencies
This trial tests whether taking ketone esters (a special form of ketones) can help stop refractory generalized convulsive status epilepticus (a seizure emergency that is hard to control). If you qualify, the study team will check safety closely, especially your breathing, heart stability, and blood sugar/acid levels.
SohagAges 1–10 - NCT05839418Recruiting
Registry study for people with status epilepticus
This study records information about people who are in the hospital with status epilepticus (prolonged seizure activity) to better understand care for refractory cases. If you qualify, your team may collect your clinical details during your hospital stay rather than giving a new treatment as part of the study.
LinzAges 18 years+ - NCT07496749Recruiting
Ketogenic diet for super-refractory seizure emergency
This trial tests if a high-fat, low-carb diet (ketogenic diet) can help stop seizures that have not responded to other treatments. It is for patients with a very severe, ongoing seizure emergency called super-refractory status epilepticus.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 14–80 - NCT06590883Recruiting
Status epilepticus recovery study
This study looks at how people recover after a prolonged seizure (status epilepticus) in the intensive care unit. It tests thinking and memory skills, and may include a follow-up MRI, to learn more about the brain's healing process.
London, OntarioAges 18–80 - NCT07046611RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Ketamine and Levetiracetam for Seizures in Children
This study tests whether two medicines, ketamine (a sleep medicine) and levetiracetam (a seizure medicine), work better than a standard treatment for stopping long-lasting seizures in children when the first rescue medicine doesn't work.
SohagAges 1–16
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for refractory status epilepticus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 8 recruiting refractory status epilepticus studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a refractory status epilepticus trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a refractory status epilepticus trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.