Deep neck surgery for Alzheimer's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a new surgical procedure on deep neck veins to see if it can help people with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. It is a randomized study comparing the surgery to standard care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease with moderate to severe cognitive decline.
- You are between 30 and 80 years old.
- You and your family agree to take part and sign a consent form.
- You have no conditions that would make surgery unsafe.
- You have not had radiation or surgery on your head or neck before.
- You can tolerate a common Alzheimer's medication called donepezil.
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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