Sirolimus to prevent first seizures in babies with TSC
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This Phase 2 study tests whether sirolimus (a targeted medicine) can stop or slow the start of seizures in very young babies diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). If seizures are prevented early, it may also help protect early brain development.
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Who can take part
- Baby must be under 7 months old when starting the study (born at least 39 weeks corrected age).
- Baby must have a confirmed TSC diagnosis (from clinical exam or genetic testing).
- Baby must not have had seizures yet, including on a baseline EEG test.
- Baby must not be taking anti-seizure medicines, sirolimus/other mTOR medicines, or special seizure diets right now.
- Baby must not have had certain procedures or major birth complications that greatly raise seizure/development risk.
- Baby must not have needed mTOR treatment for specific TSC problems (like SEGA or AML).
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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