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Deep Brain Stimulation for Schizophrenia
Study Summary
This trial will investigate whether or not deep brain stimulation of the substantia nigra pars reticulata can help to treat symptoms in patients with treatment-resistant schizophrenia who have exhausted all other options.
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.I can walk on my own.A psychiatrist confirmed I can make my own medical decisions.I have a neurological condition or had a severe head injury with loss of consciousness for more than an hour.My schizophrenia has not improved despite trying three different medications, including clozapine, for over a year.I am a woman who cannot become pregnant or am using birth control, and my pregnancy tests were negative.I have severe symptoms, including hallucinations, on the BPRS scale.I am 22 years old or older.I had major surgery less than 3 months ago or plan to have surgery soon.
- Group 1: Deep Brain Stimulation Implant
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the participant sample size of this research endeavor?
"Affirmative. According to the clinicaltrials.gov data, this medical experiment was originally listed on June 1st 2012 and is actively recruiting participants at present. They anticipate that 3 individuals will join from a single site of study."
Are there any vacancies still available for participants in this experiment?
"Affirmative. Records on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrate that the medical trial, first listed on June 1st 2012, is actively recruiting patients. Approximately 3 people are needed across one facility."
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