Ear-seizure detection study for epilepsy monitoring
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a wearable ear device that may help detect seizures during your stay in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. It aims to see if the device can work alongside standard monitoring to improve seizure detection.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are admitted to UMass Memorial's Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) for long-term video-EEG monitoring (a test that records brain activity and video).
- You are willing to wear a small device in or on your ear.
- You are not currently wearing hearing aids or other ear devices.
- You do not have any skin irritation where the device will be placed.
- You are not a prisoner, pregnant, or have cognitive impairment.
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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