Could a nerve graft during brain surgery slow Parkinson's?
NCT ID NCT02369003
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This early-stage study tests whether implanting a small piece of a patient's own nerve tissue into the brain during deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery is safe and feasible for people with Parkinson's disease. The nerve tissue contains cells that produce growth factors, which may help protect brain cells. The study involves 70 participants and focuses on safety, while also checking if the treatment can slow the loss of dopamine-producing neurons.
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40536, United States
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