DBS for Parkinson's impulse control problems
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamic nucleus can help control impulse control problems (like gambling, overeating, or shopping) in people with Parkinson's disease. It is for patients whose medication-related impulse symptoms are moderate to severe and who are good candidates for DBS surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 70 years old or younger.
- You have had Parkinson's disease for at least 4 years.
- You have a moderate to severe impulse control problem (like gambling, overeating, shopping, or compulsive medication use) related to your Parkinson's medication.
- Your Parkinson's symptoms improve by at least 30% when you take your regular medication.
- You do not have dementia or severe depression.
- You are willing to have deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery and have no medical reasons that would make it unsafe.
Quick eligibility check
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