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Extracellular Vesicles as Potential Biomarkers and Therapeutic Target in Gaucher Disease (Le-Na)
This is an observational study intended to generate preliminary data to understand how lysosomal dysfunction can affect the biogenesis of extracellular vesicles, its content and function. The study entails 2 visits over a 3-month period. On enrollment, participants will be scheduled for the 2 visits, during which fasting blood samples will be collected.
• ages 18 to 80
• healthy volunteers without any known diagnosis
• hematological cancer or other uncontrolled medical conditions
LTx READY CF 2: A Multi-Site RCT: Lung Transplant Resources for Education And Decision-making for Your CF 2 Study: A Multi-Site Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
The primary study objective is to determine whether “Take on Transplant” (ToT), a CF-specific Lung Transplant (LTx) educational website, improves patient-reported preparedness for LTx discussions, as measured by the Preparation for Decision Making (PrepDM) Scale at 3 months after randomization, compared to an attention control transplant website (unos.org, UNOS).
Strength and Muscle Related Outcomes for Nutrition and Lung Function in CF (STRONG-CF)
There are currently two main ways of measuring nutrition in the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) population: body mass index (BMI) and laboratory values. This study plans to look at more ways to measure nutrition, and body composition, like the percentages of fat, bone and muscle in your body. One of the ways we will measure these items is by using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scan, which is a type of x-ray. This study hopes to provide researchers with more detailed information about nutrition and body composition in adults with CF.
• diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis
• clinically stable with no significant changes in health status within the 14 days prior to the first study visit
• no prior solid organ transplantation
• no initiation of an investigation drug within 28 days before
• no initiation of new chronic therapy (e.g., ibuprofen, azithromycin, inhaled tobramycin, Cayston, CFTR modulator) within 28 days
• no acute use of antibiotics (oral, inhaled or IV) or acute use of systemic corticosteroids for respiratory tract symptoms within 14 days
Help Us Help U: Your Voice in Research
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute at the University of Minnesota is asking the public questions to learn how they feel about health research. Health research is when people study a health problem to understand it better. The goal is to help patients and make communities healthier. This study is an anonymous online survey that could take up to 10 minutes. Responses will help shape future studies and improve participant experiences. Click *Visit the Study Website* to take the survey!
• 18 years or older
• Unable to read English
CLINPRT-7: Intermediate Patient Population Expanded Access Protocol for MBP134 for Patients with Sudan Virus Disease (SVD)
The purpose of this open-label Expanded Access Protocol (EAP) is to provide access to MBP134, for treatment of Sudan Virus Disease (SVD). Patients will receive a single IV infusion of 50 mg/kg MBP134. Patients will be monitored and assessed daily through discharge for safety and the incidence of serious adverse events (SAEs), and of all adverse events (AEs) during infusions.
• people of any age who have a documented positive RT-PCR for Sudan Virus Disease (SVD) in the last 10 days
• OR a documented positive RT-PCR test for SUDV more than 10 days ago but continue to have symptoms of SVD
• OR acute symptoms compatible with SVD and a close contact with some who has RT-PCR confirmed SVD
• OR Infants born to mothers who have a positive RT-PCR results for SUDV within 10 days of birth or with a documented positive RT-PCR test for SUDV in >10 days but with ongoing symptoms of SVD
• women of who are of child-bearing age must use highly effective contraception for 90 days after receiving the medication
• any medical condition that, in the opinion of the physician, would unreasonably increase risk of side effects (study staff will assess)
Seasonal influenza vaccine high dose boosting in solid organ transplant recipients
We know that patients who have undergone a solid organ transplant are at higher risk for severe influenza infections and may not develop a robust antibody response to a single dose of the influenza vaccine. The purpose of this study is to better understand the body’s response to two doses of the high-dose influenza vaccine compared to one dose during an influenza season.
• at least 18 years old
• history of a solid organ transplant (liver, lung, heart, kidney, pancreas) at least 1 year before starting the study
• women who are pregnant
• received ATG or carfilzomib in the past 3 months
• received rituximab or basiliximab in the past 3 months
• prednisone dose is greater than 20mg/ day
• history of a severe allergy to influenza vaccine (e.g., Guillain-Barré syndrome, anaphylaxis, or angioedema)
• have received the influenza vaccine for the current season
RCT01437: Proactive infliximab optimization using a pharmacokinetic dashboard versus standard of care in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: The OPTIMIZE Trial
The purpose of this study is to find out if using a computer program (called iDose) to guide infliximab dosing is more effective and safer than using standard infliximab dosing over 52 weeks. All patients in this study will be receiving infliximab as part of their medical care, this study is only looking at two different methods of determining the dose and timing of administration.
• 16 to 80 years of age
• diagnosis of moderate to severe Crohn's disease (CD) or Ulcerative colitis
• physician intends to prescribe infliximab for treatment
• have not previously taken infliximab
• pregnant or breastfeeding
• complications of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as abscess, need for ostomy (study staff review)
• current infection in last 6 months
• other significant medical conditions (heart, lungs, liver, endocrine etc.)
Advancing Liver Therapeutic Approaches (ALTA). The ALTA Consortium Study Group for the management of portal hypertension A 5-year longitudinal observational study of patients with cirrhosis undergoing TIPS placement
The goal of this study is to collect information about patients undergoing a TIPS and to evaluate the longterm outcomes and complications over a 5-year period. There are no expected direct benefits to participation in this study however knowledge gained from this research may beneficial to future patients undergoing this procedure. This study does not involve any investigational drugs.
• at least 18 years old
• scheduled to undergo a Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) procedure
• women who are pregnant
• undergoing TIPS placement as part of an investigational study
Testing the feasibility of a clinic-based assessment of exercise-induced maximum heart rate and heart rate recovery in adults without cardiovascular disease
We want to explore whether it is possible for adults without symptoms of heart disease to perform a short, high intensity exercise routine in a clinic setting in order to measure maximum heart rate and heart rate recovery. If this method is successful, it could be used by patients and clinicians to estimate and track heart health over time.
• able to perform short-term intense exercise
• history of heart disease such as heart failure, valve disease, arrhythmia etc.
• resting symptoms of shortness of breath or chest discomfort
• resting heart rate of 100 or greater
• high blood pressure
• women who are pregnant
• unable to speak and understand English
REACT-AF: The Rhythm Evaluation for AntiCoagulaTion with Continuous Monitoring of Atrial Fibrillation (REACT-AF)
This research is being done to assess whether it is safe and effective to stop oral anticoagulation medications (a blood-thinning medication) during prolonged periods of normal heart rhythm in participants with infrequent episodes of atrial fibrillation (AF).
• history of symptomatic or asymptomatic paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) and a moderate risk of stroke
• documented prior stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) or transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• reversible causes of AF (e.g., cardiac surgery, pulmonary embolism, untreated hyperthyroidism).
Cardiac Sarcoidosis Consortium
This is a registry study. The Cardiac Sarcoidosis Consortium (CSC) is an international, multicenter partnership among physicians and allied professionals at major medical centers with the unifying purpose to learn more about cardiac sarcoidosis through collaborative research.
• People who have been diagnosed with Cardiac sarcoidosis (CS)
• History of ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation
• Ventricular arrhythmias treated medically or with an implanted device
A Phase 3 Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of BBP-418 (ribitol) in Patients with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy 21 (LGMD21) (Fortify)
This study will use BBP-418 study drug in patients with LGMD to assess the clinical biomarkers, efficacy and safety of BBP-418 during the 36 months treatment phase.
• 12 to 60 years of age
• genetically confirmed diagnosis of limb girdle muscular dystrophy
• have clinical symptoms of weakness
• weight at least 30 kg (66 lbs.)
• willing to use a highly effective method of birth control until 12 weeks after last dose of study medication
• any significant medical or mental health diagnosis including abnormal lab values (study staff will review)
• surgery for scoliosis or other indication planned during the time of the study
• use of ribose or other sugar alcohol-containing supplement within 90 days of staring the study
• use of a systemic corticosteroid for the treatment of muscular dystrophy within 90 days of starting the study
Amblyopia Treatment Study (ATS23): A Randomized Trial of Dichoptic Treatment for Amblyopia in Children 4 to 7 Years of Age (ATS23)
Amblyopia (sometimes called 'lazy eye') is reduced vision in one eye caused by abnormal visual development early in life. The weaker (or 'lazy') eye often wanders inward and outward. Amblyopia is the leading cause of reduced vision in children and can lead to blindness if not treated. Treatments for amblyopia are glasses, and if needed, further treatment with part-time patching or penalization with atropine eye drops. Patching or atropine are administered to the stronger eye to force the child to use the weaker (amblyopic) eye. In recent years, an alternative type of therapy has emerged. It is called dichoptic treatment and involves stimulating both eyes simultaneously but with different stimuli. When it was first introduced, it was done in an office-based setting. Home-based technologies utilizing games and movies have been developed and studied to a limited extent in younger children with amblyopia. In this study, we will use a system called Luminopia. It uses a virtual reality headset to view web-based videos in which the contrast of the image seen by the stronger eye is reduced by 15% from that of the weaker eye. Luminopia has been available for use in the U.S. since 2022 and has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of amblyopia in this age group. In a previous large randomized trial, home-based dichoptic movies were shown to be superior to glasses alone but treatment effectiveness compared to patching (the gold standard for treating amblyopia) has not yet been established. If dichoptic therapy using the Luminopia system is confirmed to be at least as effective as patching, it would be an appealing alternative for treating amblyopia in young children, as it shows promise of better adherence and an easier treatment experience for the parent and the child. Children in this study would be randomized 1:1 to either the Patching Group or the Luminopia Group and followed for at least 6 months. Children in the Patching Group will have the option to do the Luminopia treatment after 6 months of patching. They will be followed for an additional 6 months. Thus, their participation will last for a total of 1 year.
• children 4 to 7 years old
• amblyopia (lazy eye) associated with strabismus, anisometropia, or both (previously treated or untreated)
• parent has phone (or access to phone) and is willing to be contacted
• prism lenses or need of a prism prescription
• currently wearing bifocals
• known skin reactions to patch or bandage adhesives
• history of light-induced seizures
COG ARST2032: A Prospective Phase 3 Study of Patients with Newly Diagnosed Very Low-risk and Low-risk Fusion Negative Rhabdomyosarcoma
Rhabdomyosarcoma is a type of cancer that occurs in the soft tissues in the body. This phase III trial aims to maintain excellent outcomes in patients with very low risk rhabdomyosarcoma (VLR-RMS) while decreasing the burden of therapy using treatment with 24 weeks of vincristine and dactinomycin (VA) and examines the use of centralized molecular risk stratification in the treatment of rhabdomyosarcoma. Another aim of the study it to find out how well patients with low risk rhabdomyosarcoma (LR-RMS) respond to standard chemotherapy when patients with VLR-RMS and patients who have rhabdomyosarcoma with DNA mutations get separate treatment. Finally, this study examines the effect of therapy intensification in patients who have RMS cancer with DNA mutations to see if their outcomes can be improved.
• 21 or younger at time of enrollment
• newly diagnosed embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma (ERMS), spindle cell/sclerosing RMS, or FOXO1 fusion negative alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma
• must be enrolled in APEC14B1 (NCT02402244) prior to enrollment and treatment on ARST2032 (this trial)
• contact study team for more detailed criteria
• received prior chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy for cancer prior to enrollment
• unable to undergo radiation therapy
• Females who are pregnant
Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) Study - Visits Component (Le-Na)
The purpose of the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) Study - ARIC Generation 2 research study is to evaluate the link between glucose and heart problems in adults with type 2 diabetes. Heart problems can be common in people with type 2 diabetes. We are interested in measuring your blood sugar (glucose) using a continuous glucose monitor and monitoring your heart rhythm at the same time.
• Have a diagnosis of Type II Diabetes
• Age 50-80 years old
• Be willing to wear a continuous glucose monitor and heart rhythm monitor for two weeks
• Fluent English speaker
• Pacemaker
• Allergy to adhesive tape
• Planning to move away from the Minneapolis area in the next four years
• Live in nursing home/long-term care facility
• diagnosed with dementia or unable to consent for self
A Phase 1/2 Study of the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Preliminary Efficacy of Relatlimab Plus Nivolumab in Pediatric and Young Adult Participants with Recurrent or Refractory Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Protocol Number: CA224069 (RELATIVITY-069)
CA224069 is an open-label, Phase 1/2 clinical trial of relatlimab + nivolumab in children, adolescents and young adults with Recurrent or Refractory Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma (R/R cHL) and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL). Part A will encompass safety and dose determination of relatlimab + nivolumab. Part B will be composed of an expansion cohort of cHL (Cohort 1) and an exploratory assessment in NHL (Cohort 2).
• up to 30 years old
• pathologically confirmed high-risk recurrent/relapsed or refractory (R/R) classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL), after non-response to or failure of first-line standard therapy prior to a definitive therapy e.g.high-dose chemotherapy/autologous stem cell transplant (HDCT/ASCT)
• participants with pathologically confirmed R/R NHL after failure or non-response to second line therapy, including but not limited to primary mediastinal B-cell lymphoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), mediastinal gray zone lymphoma (MGZL), anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), or peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL)
• aggressive B-cell lymphomas subtypes including Burkitt lymphoma (BL), lymphoblastic lymphoma, and NK/T-cell lymphoma/leukemia
• prior autologous stem cell transplantation (HDCT/ASCT)
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for additional exclusion criteria
A US Multi-center, Prospective, Non-interventional, Long-term, Effectiveness and Safety Study of Patients Treated with SKYTROFA (lonapegsomatropin) (SkybriGHt) (SkybriGHt)
Skytrofa is approved in the U.S. for sale and use in children with growth hormone deficiency (GHD). This study is being done to find out how safe and useful Skytrofa is for long-term treatment. A child’s care will follow the normal treatment practices at the clinic. There is no new treatment or medicine involved and no additional visits will be performed.
• 1 to 18 years old
• on treatment with SKYTROFA (lonapegsomatropin)
• participating in any interventional clinical study
Genetics of Developmental Disorders - Data and Specimen Repository (Le-Na)
This project is a data and specimen repository for developmental disorders. Participants provide biological samples and permission to store their health-related data. The purpose is collect and manage these materials for use in biomedical research related to developmental disorders.
• All ages
• Individuals with a developmental disorder (mostly but not exclusively developmental brain disorders)
• Parents and other selected relatives of individuals with developmental disorders
Global Registry For Novel Therapies In Rare Bone & Endocrine Conditions (Le-Na)
This research study is for creating a registry of all ages with conditions in endocrine and both health. Registries are used very often these days by doctors and scientists to collect information and use to perform research into rare conditions. This registry will be part of a global registry, called "GloBE-Reg" with the University of Glasgow (Scotland) and with the University of MInnesota.
• for this study is not for any specific diagnosis
• any child receiving human growth hormone treatment
Imaging Core Aim 2, and Udall Project 2 Aim 2
We are conducting this research to try to find a better way of treating Parkinson's disease, specifically postural instability and gait disturbances (PIGD) by looking at certain brain characteristics using 3T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI.) We think we could discover how to make DBS more effective for such things as postural gait instability and other symptoms of PD. Participants will be asked to come to our research location, walk on a treadmill, and have a 3T MRI.
• at least 21 years old
• already have a MRI-compatible DBS device (Medtronic Percept/Percept RC DBS System) for treatment of Parkinson’s disease
• able to speak English
• women who are pregnant
• extreme claustrophobia
• unable to have a MRI
A Phase II, Multi-center, Open-Label Study to Assess Safety, Tolerability, Efficacy and Pharmacokinetics of R3R01 in Alport Syndrome Patients with Uncontrolled Proteinuria on ACE/ARB Inhibition and in Patients with Primary Steroid-Resistant Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
The main purpose of this study is to check how safe the study drug is and how well your body handles taking it. We will also check if the study drug works to improve your kidney function, if has an impact on your daily life and the amount of the study drug in your blood over a period of time (called pharmacokinetics)
• at least 12 years of age
• for people with Alport Syndrome: confirmed diagnosis by genetic testing and /or kidney biopsy
• for primary Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), (without any identifiable cause, and where the FSGS is confirmed by renal biopsy) or FSGS where there is documentation of a genetic mutation in a podocyte protein
• female patients, as well as, female partners of male patients who are of child-bearing potential must be willing to not become pregnant for the complete duration of the study (90 days after the last dose of study medication)
• males (including sterilized subjects) whose female partners have child-bearing potential, must agree to use male contraception (condoms) during the period from the time of signing the informed consent form (ICF) through 90 days after the last dose of study drug
• contact study staff for additional criteria
• uncontrolled diabetes mellitus as evidenced by an HbA1c greater or equal to 11%
• uncontrolled high blood pressure
• moderate or severe liver impairment
• BMI greater than 40
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• additional exclusion criteria apply (study staff will review)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head
The purpose of this research study is to investigate new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods to better detect and monitor osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) before and after treatment. ONFH causes injury to the hip joint that can lead to osteoarthritis (the breaking/wearing down of cartilage & tissues within the joint) and the eventual need for a hip replacement. It can be difficult to detect ONFH early on using current medical imaging techniques, which is when treatments may be the most effective. Furthermore, available treatments are not always effective at preventing the progression (spread or growth) of ONFH. This research may benefit others with ONFH by providing more effective medical imaging tools to detect ONFH earlier and inform treatment decisions to increase the chance of stopping or delaying the progression of ONFH and preventing hip osteoarthritis.
• diagnosed with Stage 1 or Stage 2 osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH)
• intend to have core decompression surgery to treat the ONFH
• excluded from having an MRI based on Center for Magnetic Resonance Research (CMRR) safety criteria
• existing implantation of metal device in affected hip
• any health conditions that would pose a challenge for you to participate
• unavailable to undergo follow up MRI 6 months after core decompression treatment
CureGN: Cure Glomerulonephropathy Network Version 2.0
The purpose of CureGN2 is to gather a group of people with glomerular disease to create a source of information and blood and urine samples, so that researchers can easily and effectively study glomerular disease.
• Diagnosis of Glomerular Disease including MCD (minimal change disease), FSGS (focal segmental glomerulosclerosis), MN (membranous nephropathy), or IgAN (immunoglobulin A nephropathy) on first diagnostic kidney biopsy
• First diagnostic kidney biopsy within 5 years of study enrollment
• Access to first kidney biopsy report and/or slides
• All ages
• End Stage Kidney Disease, defined as chronic dialysis or kidney transplant
• Solid organ or bone marrow transplant recipient at time of first kidney biopsy
• Diagnosis of any of the following at the time of first diagnostic kidney biopsy: diabetes mellitus (except gestational or diet controlled), diabetic glomerulosclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus, HIV infection, active malignancy (except for non-melanoma skin cancer), active Hepatitis B or C infection, defined as positive viral load
A Phase 2, Open-Label, Single-Arm, Cohort Study to Evaluate the Safety, Efficacy, and Pharmacokinetics of Sparsentan Treatment in Pediatric Subjects with Selected Proteinuric Glomerular Diseases (EPPIK) (EPPIK)
Currently, there are no approved treatment options for pediatric subjects with proteinuric kidney conditions. The study will look at the safety, efficacy, and pharmacokinetic (PK) trial in children ≥1 to <18 years treated for up to 108 weeks with the drug sparsentan.
• Child 1 to 18 years old
• Diagnosed by biopsy with specific types of glomerular disease & protein in the urine
• Blood pressure is within normal range for age
• Maintained on a stable dose of immunosuppressive medications
• Weight less than 7.3 kg 16 pounds) at screening.
• Disease due to to viral infections, drug toxicities, or cancer.
• Kidney function is below the minimum required
Physiological Monitoring of Participants with Chronic Pain Feasibility Study
We are asking people to participate in this study to help us learn more about how physiology (heart rate, sweating, temperature, etc.) of people with pain conditions changes based on perceived pain level. The goal is to use this information to help develop a new medical device designed to help better manage chronic pain, although we are only collecting information at this time, and there will be no treatment provided as part of this study. We expect that people will be in this research study for a maximum of 2 weeks.
• diagnosed with painful peripheral neuropathy
• have experienced pain for at least 3 months
Effects of ziltivekimab versus placebo on morbidity and mortality in patients with heart failure with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction and systemic inflammation. (HERMES)
We are looking at a new drug called 'ziltivekimab' to see if it can be used to treat people living with heart failure and inflammation. People will get either ziltivekimab or a placebo (inactive dummy drug). The study drug is an injection given into the fold of the skin on the stomach, thigh or upper arm once every month. People will take the study drug for up to 4 years.
• at least 18 years old
• diagnosis of heart failure
• hospitalization or urgent/unplanned visit with a primary diagnosis of decompensated heart failure which required intravenous diuretic treatment, within the last 9 months prior to starting the study
• left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) greater than 40% documented by echocardiogram in the past year
• contact study staff for additional requirements
• myocardial infarction, stroke, unstable angina pectoris, transient ischemic attack, or heart failure hospitalization within 30 days
• planned cardiac procedures (ablation, revascularization
• primary pulmonary hypertension, chronic pulmonary embolism, severe pulmonary disease including COPD etc.)
• women who are pregnant, breast-feeding or planning to get pregnant during the study period.
• contact study staff for additional exclusion criteria
A Multicenter, Randomized, Parallel-group, Double-blind, Two-arm, Phase III Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Anifrolumab Compared with Placebo in Male and Female Participants 18 to 70 Years of Age Inclusive with Systemic Sclerosis (DAISY)
We are doing this study to learn more about anifrolumab (SAPHNELOTM) in patients with systemic sclerosis and to better understand the studied disease and associated health problems. Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) affects the skin as well as other organs, such as blood vessels, muscles and joints, digestive tract, kidneys, lungs and heart.
• 18 to 70 years old
• diagnosis of systemic sclerosis within 6 years from first non-Raynaud's symptoms
• skin at injections sites is without symptoms
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• severe heart or lung disease
• history of any other inflammatory diseases
• history of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation or solid organ or limb transplantation
• current or a history of cancer within past 5 years
• active current or history of reoccurring infections
First Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis Evaluation: Determining the Concurrent Validity and Test-Retest Reliability of the Thumb Disability Index (TDX) and Test-retest Reliability of Thumb Position Sense-Error using the Intermetacarpal Distance (IMD) Method
We are studying different questionnaires used to measure symptoms and activity limitations that are linked to thumb arthritis. We are also studying ways to measure thumb position sense in persons with thumb arthritis.
• at least 18 years old
• osteoarthritis of the joint where the bones of the wrist meet the hand (CMC)
• received steroid injection treatment in the past 3 months
• history of CMC joint replacement
• nerve problems in the wrist or hand
• women who are pregnant
• unable to speak English
Cochlear Implantation in Children with Asymmetric Hearing Loss or Single-Sided Deafness Clinical Trial
• ages 4 to 14 and 11 months old
• parents and child fluent in English
• parents desire functional hearing in both ears for their child
• severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss in one ear and normal hearing in the other ear
• if older than 5 years, documentation of progressive hearing loss (i.e. passed newborn hearing screening, or significant change in hearing)
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• medical condition that contraindicates a cochlear implant, including abnormal hearing nerve
• already using a cochlear implant
Optimization of deep brain stimulation parameters in patients with medically refractory epilepsy
The purpose of this research is to better understand how deep brain stimulation settings can affect the electrical activity in the brain and the frequency of seizures. There are a number of different ways in which the deep brain stimulation electrodes can be programmed to stimulate the brain. This research study uses the implanted battery in the chest to record electrical activity from the brain at different stimulation settings. We then use this electrical activity to determine stimulation settings that are “personalized” to your brain.