New brain probe tested for sharper neuron readings
NCT ID NCT05919160
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a new high-density microelectrode designed to record activity from individual brain cells and groups of cells. Ten Parkinson's patients already scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery will have the electrode used during their procedure. The main goals are to check if the electrode works better than standard ones and to confirm it is safe.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- High-density microelectrode (DBC Deep Array) with recording system
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could improve the precision of brain recordings during deep brain stimulation surgery, potentially leading to better targeting and outcomes for Parkinson's patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage safety and feasibility study with only 10 participants. It is not designed to test treatment effectiveness, and the electrode may not perform better than standard ones.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, 90048, United States
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