Brain zaps for schizophrenia? new trial tests deep brain stimulation
NCT ID NCT07671261
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) can help people with schizophrenia whose symptoms haven't improved with medication. First, doctors map the brain using electrodes to find the problem areas. Then, they implant a device that delivers mild electrical pulses to those spots. The trial involves 46 participants and will track symptom changes over 12 months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
deep brain stimulation (DBS) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new treatment option for people with schizophrenia that hasn't improved with standard therapies.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial with only 46 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Brain surgery carries risks like infection or bleeding, and the treatment may not work for all.
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Locations
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Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai JiaoTong University School of Medicine
RECRUITINGShanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200025, China
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