New registry aims to unlock secrets of brain stimulation in kids
NCT ID NCT06585618
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study is creating a shared database of children who have received deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders like dystonia, epilepsy, or Tourette syndrome. By pooling data from multiple hospitals, researchers hope to answer key questions about who benefits most and which brain targets work best. The registry will include up to 100 children aged 0-18 who have had or are scheduled for DBS.
What this could mean
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Active substance
deep brain stimulation
What this could lead to
If successful, this registry could help doctors better understand which children benefit most from DBS and how to improve treatment for movement disorders.
What could go wrong
This is an observational registry, not a treatment trial. It collects existing data, so it won't directly test a new therapy or guarantee better outcomes for participants.
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Boston Children's Hospital
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