Which anesthetic best reveals seizure spots in the brain?
NCT ID NCT07165262
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compares two anesthetic drugs, fentanyl and ketamine, to see which one better helps surgeons find seizure-causing brain tissue during epilepsy surgery in children. Eighty-eight children aged 2-18 with brain tumors and epilepsy will receive one of the drugs during surgery. The goal is to improve the accuracy of brain mapping, not to cure the disease.
What this could mean
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Active substance
fentanyl and ketamine
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help surgeons better locate seizure-causing brain tissue during surgery, potentially improving outcomes for children with epilepsy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study focused on measuring brain activity, not on curing disease. The results may not apply to all patients or lead to direct treatment benefits.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Children Cancer Hospital 57357
Cairo, 11617, Egypt
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Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt 57357
Cairo, 11511, Egypt