Early Gamma Knife for Trigeminal Neuralgia
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This study tests if giving Gamma Knife radiosurgery (a precise beam of radiation) early after diagnosis can help control facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia. It is for people who have not yet tried many medications or are satisfied with their current pain control.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with classic or idiopathic trigeminal neuralgia within the last 2 years based on your history and MRI.
- Your pain is well enough controlled with current or previous medication that you and your doctor agree no stronger meds are needed.
- If you are currently taking pain medication, your dose has been the same for at least 3 months.
- You have not had radiation or surgery for trigeminal neuralgia before.
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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