Brain cell study during surgery for higher thinking
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how healthy brain cells work during thinking tasks. If you're having brain surgery for certain conditions, doctors may record tiny electrical signals from your brain cells to understand memory and decision-making better.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have a brain condition that needs surgery, such as bleeding, extra fluid, or a special medicine port.
- You are awake and able to talk (GCS score 12–15) and speak Mandarin.
- You do not have severe memory problems, major mental illness, or take certain medicines like blood thinners.
- You are not pregnant, nursing, or have other serious health issues that could affect the study.
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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