Brain surgery for schizophrenia guided by electrode mapping
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) guided by SEEG (a way to map brain activity with electrodes) can help treat schizophrenia. It is for people with moderate to severe symptoms who have not improved after trying at least two different antipsychotic medications.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with schizophrenia (not another mental health condition)
- Age 18 to 55 years old
- Moderate to severe psychotic symptoms (like hallucinations or delusions)
- Impaired social functioning due to symptoms
- Tried at least two different antipsychotic medications for at least 6 weeks each without enough benefit
- On a stable antipsychotic medication for at least 1 month before joining
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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