Brain network study using implanted brain electrodes for epilepsy
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This study looks at how brain connections work in people with drug-resistant partial epilepsy by analyzing signals from implanted electrodes done before surgery. It may help doctors better understand epilepsy and improve future pre-surgical evaluation.
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Who can take part
- You have partial epilepsy that has not responded to medication, and doctors are currently planning/doing an electrode implantation as part of pre-surgery testing.
- You (or your legal representative) can agree to take part and do not object.
- You are included through a standard social security coverage scheme (the study requires this).
- You are not under age 12.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you are able to participate with appropriate consent (no missing consent).
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