Neck drainage surgery for Alzheimer's disease
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new surgical treatment for Alzheimer's disease. The surgery aims to improve drainage in the neck to help clear waste from the brain. This is a first-of-its-kind pilot study to see if it is safe and might help thinking and memory.
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Who can take part
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (based on symptoms and lab tests).
- You are older than 35 and scored 26 or less on a memory/thinking test (MMSE or MoCA).
- You (or a family member) must agree to be part of the study and sign a consent form.
- You do not have memory loss caused by infections, diabetes, thyroid issues, or autoimmune disease.
- Your heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys must be working well, and you must not have a bleeding disorder or other risks for surgery.
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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