Ventrointermediate Nucleus (VIM DBS) and Working Memory (WMVIM)
This study is enrolling participants by invitation only.
Sponsor:
Washington University School of Medicine
Information provided by:
Washington University School of Medicine
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT00906412
First received: May 19, 2009
Last updated: June 8, 2009
Last verified: June 2009
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Purpose
This is part of a larger study for which participants have already completed memory and thinking tests. In this study, investigators are trying to learn how deep-brain stimulation affects memory skills in essential tremor (ET) patients. We are especially trying to figure out how stimulation on each side of the brain may affect working memory.
| Condition |
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Essential Tremor |
| Study Type: | Observational |
| Study Design: | Observational Model: Case Control Time Perspective: Cross-Sectional |
| Official Title: | VIM DBS and Working Memory |
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Further study details as provided by Washington University School of Medicine:
| Estimated Enrollment: | 50 |
| Study Start Date: | September 2006 |
| Estimated Study Completion Date: | September 2013 |
| Groups/Cohorts |
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ET Group
Total of 25 participants with ET
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Controls
25 controls without ET
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Eligibility| Ages Eligible for Study: | 40 Years to 70 Years |
| Genders Eligible for Study: | Both |
| Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | Yes |
| Sampling Method: | Non-Probability Sample |
Study Population
Washington University School of Medicine Movement Disorder Clinic
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
ET PATIENTS:
- Clinical diagnosis of essential tremor affecting the upper extremities.
- Previous unilateral or bilateral DBS of the VIM
- Ages 40 -70
- A useable pre-surgical MR scan
CONTROLS:
- Spouse or acquaintance of enrolled patient participant
- Ages 40 - 70
Exclusion Criteria:
ET PATIENTS:
- Clinical evidence of other neurological conditions
- Significant psychiatric condition
CONTROLS:
- Clinical evidence of other neurological conditions
- Significant psychiatric condition
Contacts and Locations
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00906412
Locations
| United States, Missouri | |
| Washington University School of Medicine | |
| St. Louis, Missouri, United States, 63110 | |
Sponsors and Collaborators
Washington University School of Medicine
Investigators
| Principal Investigator: | Hershey Tamara, PhD | Washington University School of Medicine |
More Information
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| Responsible Party: | Tamara Hershey, Ph.D., Washington University School of Medicine |
| ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT00906412 History of Changes |
| Other Study ID Numbers: | 06-0732 |
| Study First Received: | May 19, 2009 |
| Last Updated: | June 8, 2009 |
| Health Authority: | United States: Institutional Review Board |
Keywords provided by Washington University School of Medicine:
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Essential Tremor |
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
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Tremor Essential Tremor Dyskinesias Neurologic Manifestations |
Nervous System Diseases Signs and Symptoms Movement Disorders Central Nervous System Diseases |
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on May 16, 2013