Brain waves reveal dying patients may still hear loved ones

NCT ID NCT05091632

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study uses EEG (brain wave testing) to find out if patients in their final days of life who appear unresponsive can still hear or feel. Researchers will measure brain activity when sounds or words are played. The goal is to help families and doctors better understand what dying patients may experience, improving care and decision-making.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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