Predicting treatment response for depression using brain and heart tests
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study is testing whether brain and heart signals can help predict who will respond to rTMS, a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate parts of the brain. You would receive rTMS for depression and undergo MRI scans and heart monitoring to see if certain patterns predict improvement.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have a diagnosis of major depression
- You have tried at least one antidepressant that didn't work or caused side effects
- You have not had rTMS before
- You are not pregnant and have no metal implants in your head
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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