Hidden lead in bones could alter how brain therapies work

NCT ID NCT05887934

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at whether lead stored in bones from past exposure is linked to worse mental health or changes in how well brain treatments work. Researchers will test 500 psychiatric patients for bone lead, give them brief cognitive tests, and track their symptoms. The goal is to understand if lead exposure is a hidden factor in mental illness and treatment success.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for LEAD EXPOSURE are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medical University of South Carolina

    Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States

Conditions

Explore the condition pages connected to this study.