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New treatment option for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Official title Deep Brain Stimulation for Obsessive-compulsive Disorder
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06628752
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the treatment method of deep brain stimulation (DBS) in patients diagnosed with severe and treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). DBS will be administered into the brain area of the bed nucleus of stria terminalis (BNST).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- OCD diagnosed according to the criteria in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV).
- The patients should have received at least 16 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy, tried three different serotonergic antidepressants in...
- Severe OCD symptoms: YBOCS ≥ 25 points.
- Substantial incapacity because of his/her symptoms.
- Duration of symptoms: 5 years minimum.
You likely can't join if
- Not being able to understand the consequences of the treatment.
- Diagnosed with intellectual disability according to DSM-IV.
- Not meeting the requirements for the neurosurgery procedure.
See the full eligibility criteria
- OCD diagnosed according to the criteria in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV).
- The patients should have received at least 16 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy, tried three different serotonergic antidepressants in adequate doses for three months, and one serotonergic antidepressant in...
- Severe OCD symptoms: YBOCS ≥ 25 points.
- Substantial incapacity because of his/her symptoms.
- Duration of symptoms: 5 years minimum.
- Understand the consequences of participation in the study and give informed written consent.
- Not being able to understand the consequences of the treatment.
- Diagnosed with intellectual disability according to DSM-IV.
- Not meeting the requirements for the neurosurgery procedure.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Umeå, Västerbotten County, Sweden
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 to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Umeå, Västerbotten County, Sweden. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.