Ultrasound treatment to open the brain barrier for Alzheimer’s
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-surgical ultrasound procedure (called MR-guided focused ultrasound) meant to temporarily “open” the brain’s protective barrier so treatments may work better for Alzheimer’s disease. It also looks at safety and how well people tolerate the procedure and related tests.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 85 years old.
- You have “probable” Alzheimer’s disease, as diagnosed by your doctor.
- If you take Alzheimer’s medicines, you’ve been on a stable dose for at least 3 months (and overall at least 2 months).
- You can speak up and describe what you feel during the ultrasound procedure.
- You can walk or move around on your own (ambulatory).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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