Brain cell study in Parkinson's DBS surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial studies how brain cells in a specific area (the prefrontal cortex) affect thinking and planning in people with Parkinson's disease who are getting deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. The goal is to learn more about brain function to improve future treatments.
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Who can take part
- You have Parkinson's disease and your doctor says medications are not enough, so you are considering deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
- You are between 45 and 85 years old.
- Your memory and thinking skills are only mildly affected (or normal) for someone with Parkinson's, as confirmed by special tests.
- You are healthy enough to have DBS surgery and can stay awake during the procedure, plus an extra 25 minutes.
- You can understand and follow instructions given in English.
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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