Predicting hard-to-control epilepsy in children
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at why some children with epilepsy do not get better even with treatment. By joining, you can help doctors find better ways to identify and care for children whose seizures are hard to control.
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Who can take part
- The child must be between 1 and 18 years old.
- The child must have a confirmed diagnosis of epilepsy (recurring seizures).
- Seizures must not be fully controlled by current seizure medicines.
- The seizures must not be due to a one-time cause like fever, infection, or metabolic issues.
- A parent or guardian must agree to allow the child to take part.
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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