Brain stimulation study during epilepsy surgery evaluation
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies how stimulating the brain changes communication between parts of the brain involved in emotion and memory. You may be able to join if you are already having epilepsy surgery and doctors will place specific brain electrodes as part of your evaluation.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled to have depth electrodes placed (sEEG) for epilepsy surgery planning
- The electrode placement plan includes the amygdala and the inner (medial) prefrontal brain area
- You can understand simple instructions and do simple tasks during the study
- You are able to understand the written consent form and sign it
- You do not have a reason you cannot complete the study tasks
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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