Scientists hunt for clues in blood and spinal fluid to unlock mysteries of severe seizures

NCT ID NCT04421846

First seen May 23, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026

Summary

This study aims to better understand two serious brain conditions: status epilepticus (prolonged seizures) and dysimmune encephalitis (brain inflammation caused by the immune system). Researchers will collect blood, spinal fluid, and brain tissue from 400 participants to identify antibodies and markers of nerve cell damage. The goal is to find new biomarkers that could improve diagnosis and treatment in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Hôpital de la Pitié Salpêtrière

    RECRUITING

    Paris, 75013, France

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