Sleep and seizures: new study probes why stroke triggers epilepsy in some patients

NCT ID NCT05864547

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Norwegian University of Science and Technology Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This observational study investigates why some people develop epilepsy after a stroke, while others do not. Researchers will compare first-time stroke patients with healthy volunteers using brain imaging (MRI), electrical brain recordings (EEG), and overnight sleep studies. The goal is to uncover factors—including sleep patterns—that may predispose someone to post-stroke epilepsy.

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 help identify stroke patients at high risk for epilepsy and point toward preventive strategies.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study, so findings may not apply to all stroke patients. It aims to understand causes, not test a treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain disorder central nervous system disorder cerebrovascular disorder epilepsy nervous system disorder stroke disorder structural epilepsy vascular disorder visual epilepsy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

EPILEPSY POST STROKE EPILEPSY SEIZURES STROKE

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Locations

St. Olavs Hospital Stroke Unit
RECRUITING

Trondheim, Norway

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