Epilepsy Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
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Who might be able to join this trial:
Patients with epilepsy:
- People aged 8 or older who have been evaluated or are being evaluated for epilepsy surgery under one of three specific NIH research protocols (18-N-0066, 11-N-0051, or 16-N-0041)
- People with a confirmed diagnosis of focal epilepsy, supported by brain imaging (MRI), brainwave testing (EEG), and/or observation of seizure patterns
- People who are able to give their own consent, or who have a parent, guardian, or legally authorised representative able to give consent on their behalf
Patients contributing data only (no active participation):
- People who have already had epilepsy surgery with a pre-surgical evaluation done under protocol 18-N-0066
- People who were aged 8 or older at the time of their epilepsy surgery evaluation
- People who had a specific type of pre-operative brain MRI that matches what this study uses
Healthy volunteers:
- People aged 8 or older who are able to give their own consent, or who have a parent or guardian able to give consent on their behalf
- People who are able to cooperate with MRI scanning without needing anaesthesia
Who may not be able to join:
Patients with epilepsy:
- People who have medical implants or devices that are not safe in an MRI or MEG scanner, such as pacemakers, cochlear implants, metal fragments in the body (shrapnel), or permanent eyeliner
- People who experience claustrophobia or anxiety that is made worse by being inside an MRI scanner
- People who are pregnant — a negative pregnancy test is required before scanning for anyone who could become pregnant
Patients contributing data only:
- People who are not able or not willing to give consent, and who do not have a suitable representative who can give consent on their behalf
Healthy volunteers:
- People who have medical implants or devices that are not safe in an MRI or MEG scanner, such as pacemakers, cochlear implants, metal fragments in the body, or permanent eyeliner
- People who experience claustrophobia or anxiety that is made worse by being inside an MRI scanner
- People who have significant medical conditions affecting the brain or nervous system, such as psychiatric conditions (including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, or substance use disorders), neurological conditions (such as brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, or movement disorders), or ongoing systemic illnesses that may affect the brain (such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, autoimmune or inflammatory disorders, or cancer)
- People who have taken medications that affect the brain or nervous system in the past 6 weeks — such as benzodiazepines, barbiturates, antidepressants, beta-blockers, or medications for epilepsy or migraine
- People who are pregnant — a negative pregnancy test is required before scanning for anyone who could become pregnant
Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.
Based on publicly available eligibility criteria from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before acting. This is not medical advice.
Contact this trial
Principal Investigator: Sara K Inati, M.D., National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Phone: (301) 402-7686
Contact details sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before attending.
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Trial details
Where this trial is recruiting
Primary endpoints
All outcomes in this study are Exploratory.
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Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 26 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.