New treatment option for Epilepsy Intractable
Official title Sleep-Sensitive Seizure Risk Assessment With Wearable EEGs
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06545643
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Epilepsy, a prevalent neurological disorder, affects 40% of patients with uncontrolled seizures despite medications. Sleep disturbance exacerbates epilepsy, and vice versa, but existing literature suffers from limitations.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age \> 18 years
- At least 2 seizures per week based on clinical notes
- Patients where medications will stay stable over the study period
- 40% of both spikes and spindles are identifiable on the dreem headband based on the screening night
You likely can't join if
- Cognitive impairment
- Psychiatric comorbidities which may influence sleep
- No bedpartner/caregiver to observe seizures
- Low agreement (below 60%) between Dreem's sleep scoring and manual scoring will be excluded from the study
- Apnea-hypopnea index of \> 10/h
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Durham, North Carolina, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Durham, North Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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