Brain zaps reveal hidden epilepsy circuits
NCT ID NCT07305311
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study will give mild electrical pulses to a brain region called the piriform cortex in 10 people with drug-resistant epilepsy who already have electrodes implanted for seizure monitoring. Researchers will record how the brain responds, aiming to understand which networks are involved in seizures. The goal is not to treat epilepsy now, but to gather knowledge that could lead to better brain-stimulation therapies in the future.
What this could mean
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Active substance
single-pulse electrical stimulation (SPES) via implanted electrodes
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a new brain-stimulation target to reduce seizures in people with drug-resistant epilepsy.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study (10 people) that only observes brain activity—it does not test a treatment. Results may not lead to a therapy.
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Xuanwu Hospital
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100053, China
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