Study for drug-resistant focal epilepsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial looks at ways to diagnose and treat focal epilepsy that isn't controlled by medications. It includes patients with or without a visible brain lesion on imaging.
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Who can take part
- You must have focal epilepsy (seizures starting from one spot in the brain).
- Your seizures must be drug-resistant (not controlled by medication).
- You may have a known brain lesion or no visible lesion on an MRI.
- You must be an adult (over 18).
- You must be able to understand and participate in interviews and questionnaires.
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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