Laughing gas study seeks clues for stubborn depression
NCT ID NCT04199143
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looked at how the brain reacts to nitrous oxide (laughing gas) in people with treatment-resistant depression. Researchers used brain scans and ultrasound to measure changes in blood flow and connectivity before, during, and after a one-hour exposure. The goal was to find markers that could predict who might benefit from this treatment. The study included 20 depressed patients and 10 healthy volunteers.
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University Hospital of Tours
Tours, 37044, France
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