SEEG thermocoagulation for hard-to-treat epilepsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study is looking at how well a procedure called SEEG thermocoagulation (a way to stop seizures by heating a small area of brain tissue) works for people with epilepsy that doesn't improve with medication. By joining, you will help doctors understand why this treatment works for some people and not others.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 12 years old or older.
- You have epilepsy that does not get better with medication.
- Your doctor has already said you need a SEEG test to find where seizures start.
- You can understand and speak French.
- You are willing to follow the study steps and have health insurance.
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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