New MRI techniques may sharpen seizure surgery targeting

NCT ID NCT07384351

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining standard MRI with two advanced techniques—MRI volumetry and diffusion tensor imaging—can more accurately identify the seizure-causing brain area in people with temporal lobe epilepsy. Researchers will compare these imaging results with clinical outcomes in 78 participants. The goal is to improve surgical planning for epilepsy that doesn't respond to medication.

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve how doctors pinpoint the exact brain area causing seizures, leading to more precise epilepsy surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (78 people) that only looks at imaging results, not direct treatment outcomes. The technique may not prove reliable enough for routine use.

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