Surgery for Seizures from Brain Tumors
Tumor Related Epilepsy
Recruiting
Observational Study
Epilepsy
Cancer
Brain Neoplasm
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 8 – 99
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people aged 8 and older who have brain tumors that cause seizures. Participants will undergo tests and may have surgery to help reduce their seizures.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 8 years old or older.
- I have a brain tumor that is causing seizures.
- My seizures started within three months of my tumor diagnosis.
- I can have a surgery to treat my epilepsy.
You may not be able to join if
- I lack the ability to understand the study procedures.
- I have a mental disorder that affects my consent capacity.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Background:
Some people with brain tumors have seizures related to the tumor. This is called tumor-related epilepsy. Usually brain tumors are treated by removing as much of the brain tumor as possible without causing problems. Researchers think this may improve the outcome for people with brain tumors. It may completely relieve or greatly reduce the number of seizures they have.
Objectives:
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA:
To be eligible for entry into the study, a candidate must meet all the following criteria:
* Be 8 years of age or older.
* Have solitary primary or recurrent brain tumor with associated seizures. Brain tumor may be diagnosed radiologically. Associated seizures are defined as …
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