Brain implant may spot seizures in real time
NCT ID NCT06700356
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a deep brain stimulation (DBS) system already implanted in the brain can accurately detect seizures in 5 adults with drug-resistant epilepsy. Researchers will compare the device's recordings to standard video-EEG monitoring in a hospital setting. The goal is to see if the DBS system can reliably sense seizures, which could lead to better seizure tracking and management in the future.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 5 people
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- Started
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Jul 2026
- Expected to finish
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May 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: Participants must meet all of the inclusion criteria to participate in this study: * 18 years of age and older. * Implanted with a clinical DBS system for epilepsy with brain recording capabilities (Medtronic Percept™ DBS). * Subject or legally authorized representative is able to understand study procedures and to comply with them for the entire length of the study. Exclusion Criteria: All candidates meeting any of the exclusion criteria at baseline will be excluded from study participation: * Health status or any clinical conditions (e.g., life expectancy, co-existing disease) that, in the opinion of the site investigator, would pose undue risk to undergo epilepsy monitoring unit evaluation for the purpose of seizure characterization. * Women will verify not pregnant, and if applicable, have urine pregnancy test. * Current drug or alcohol use or dependence that, in the opinion of the site investigator, would interfere with adherence to study requirements. * Inability or unwillingness of individual or legal guardian/representative to give written informed consent.
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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