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Epilepsy Clinical Trial in Nashville, TN

Access cutting-edge epilepsy treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Nashville. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Yale University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Nashville

    Convenient for TN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Nashville site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Epilepsy Study in Nashville

The study consists of prospective enrollment of healthy participants and patients with epilepsy, as well as analysis of an existing data set. Healthy participants will be studied with fMRI, eye metrics and behavioral testing at Yale. Patients will be studied with intracranial thalamic and cortical recording and stimulation, eye metrics and behavioral testing.

Sponsor: Yale University

Who Can Participate

Exclusion Criteria

for healthy participants age 18 years and up (Aim 1 and 2): Inclusion: (1) normal vision with or without the use of corrective lenses; (2) normal hearing not needing an assistive hearing device. Exclusion: (1) past history of diagnosis of a psychiatric or neurologic disease; (2) current psychiatric or neurologic disease; (3) requires hard contact lenses or glasses to maintain normal vision (prevents accurate pupil and eye gaze measurements); (4) pregnant or nonremovable ferrous metal objects inside or on the body (prevents MRI). B. The following are the inclusion/exclusion criteria for epilepsy patients with thalamic electrodes age 13 years and up (Aim 3A): Inclusion: (1) normal vision with or without the use of corrective lenses Exclusion: (1) severe vision impairment even with correction preventing ability to see stimuli (prevents accurate pupil and eye gaze measurements); (2) unable to perform the perception task due to cognitive impairment. All participants must be capable of consenting for themselves. C. The following are the inclusion/exclusion criteria for epilepsy patients with thalamic electrodes age 18 year and up (Aim 3B): Inclusion: (1) normal vision with or without the use of corrective lenses; (2) A female subject must have a negative pregnancy test and if sexually active, must be using a reliable form of birth control for the duration of the trial, be surgically sterile, or be at least two years post-menopausal. Exclusion: (1) severe vision impairment even with correction preventing ability to see stimuli (prevents accurate pupil and eye gaze measurements); (2) unable to perform the perception task due to cognitive impairment. All participants must be capable of consenting for themselves; (3) Pregnancy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Nashville?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06934356) has an active research site in Nashville, TN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Epilepsy Treatment Options in Nashville, TN

If you're searching for epilepsy treatment options in Nashville, TN, this clinical trial (NCT06934356) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Nashville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced epilepsy specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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