Hidden seizures in early Alzheimer's? new study uses 48-Hour brain monitor
NCT ID NCT04002583
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study uses a portable 48-hour EEG monitor to check for hidden seizures in people with early-onset Alzheimer's disease (ages 40-64). Researchers want to learn how common seizures and epilepsy are in this group. The study involves 20 participants and is purely observational, meaning it does not test any new treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If this study finds that hidden seizures are common in early-onset Alzheimer's, it could point toward better detection and possibly new treatment approaches for these patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 20 participants. It is not testing a treatment, so it may not lead to any direct benefit for patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States
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