Robot brain surgery accuracy put to the test

NCT ID NCT04712552

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested how accurately a robot system called Neurolocate helps place electrodes in the brain during deep brain stimulation surgery. It involved 18 adults with Parkinson's disease, dystonia, or tremor. The goal was to see if the robot could improve precision, reduce surgery time, and make the procedure more comfortable for patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Dystonia dystonic disorder essential tremor Parkinson disease Tremor

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of neurosurgery

    Nice, 06000, France