Epilepsy Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
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Who might be able to join this trial:
- People aged 18 or older who have focal epilepsy that has not been controlled by medication.
- People who are being considered as a possible candidate for epilepsy surgery.
- People whose medical team has determined they need brain monitoring using electrodes placed inside the skull (called stereo-EEG).
- People who are able and willing to give their formal consent to take part in the trial.
Who may not be able to join:
- People who currently have an active infection of any kind, such as a fever or throat infection.
- People who have a skin or scalp infection at the area where the electrodes would be placed.
- People whose skull bones are too thin or fragile to safely anchor the stereo-EEG electrodes.
- People who have a higher-than-normal risk of infection, whether due to a medical condition or because they take medication that suppresses the immune system.
- People who have a higher-than-normal risk of bleeding, whether due to a medical condition or because they take blood-thinning or anti-clotting medication.
- People who have a serious ongoing illness affecting the heart, lungs, kidneys, or liver.
- People who have a serious ongoing psychiatric condition or are experiencing major psychological distress.
- People who are pregnant or breastfeeding during the study period.
- People who have an implanted electrical device inside their body, such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, or nerve stimulator.
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.
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Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 27 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.