Sound waves against OCD: a new hope for Treatment-Resistant patients?

NCT ID NCT06131502

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests a non-invasive procedure called ExAblate MR-guided focused ultrasound for people with moderate to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who haven't improved with standard treatments. The procedure uses sound waves to target a small area in the brain thought to be involved in OCD. Researchers want to see if it is safe and can reduce OCD symptoms and improve quality of life. The study involves 66 adults aged 25-64 and compares the procedure to a sham (fake) treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

  • Stanford University

    Palo Alto, California, 94305, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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