New imaging technique could simplify brain surgery for Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT05910008
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using a special scanner (O-ARM) in the operating room is as good as standard imaging done before surgery for placing brain electrodes in Parkinson's patients. 24 people took part, and researchers measured how accurately the electrodes were placed. The goal was to see if the O-ARM method could make the procedure more efficient without losing accuracy.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that using O-ARM imaging during surgery is just as accurate as standard imaging, potentially simplifying the procedure.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It compares imaging techniques, not a new treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Toulouse
Toulouse, 31000, France
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