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Clinical trials sponsored by Insightec, explained in plain language.
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Sound waves instead of scalpel: new study targets brain tumors in kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device called ExAblate 4000 that uses focused ultrasound waves to destroy benign (non-cancerous) brain tumors without making any cuts in the skin. It involves 20 children and young adults with centrally located brain tumors that need treatment. The main go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC
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Sound waves may slow Parkinson's: new trial tests ultrasound brain treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive treatment using focused ultrasound to target a small area in the brain involved in movement. It is for people aged 30-65 with early-stage Parkinson's disease (diagnosed less than 5 years) whose symptoms are mainly on one side. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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Sound waves open brain barrier in Alzheimer's trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device called ExAblate can safely open the blood-brain barrier in people with Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if this helps clear harmful brain proteins and improve symptoms. About 50 adults aged 50-85 with probable Alzheimer's will receive the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 28, 2026 13:02 UTC