Brain scan to find the source of seizures
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a special MRI scan that may help doctors find the exact area of the brain causing seizures. It could help plan surgery for people with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy.
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Who can take part
- You have temporal lobe epilepsy that does not improve with medication
- You are scheduled for a pre-surgical evaluation with long-term video EEG monitoring
- You may or may not have a visible brain lesion on standard scans
- You can lie still for 90 minutes inside an MRI machine
- You do not have any metal implants or devices that are unsafe for MRI
- You are not diabetic, pregnant, or breastfeeding
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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