Mapping the Areas of the Brain Associated With Language in Children With Epilepsy
Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND STROKE (NINDS) · Nov 3, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of May 11, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
We propose to study the feasibility of utilizing MRI to perform functional mapping of language cortex in children with epilepsy. We will use 1.5 Tesla MRI to study cerebral blood flow and tissue oxygenation during cognitive activation tasks derived from previous adult studies.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- • Children aged 5-17 years.
- • Partial epilepsy (localized).
- • Ability to cooperate with task paradigms (IQ greater than 65).
- • No cardiac pacemakers, cochlear implants, shrapnel, vascular clips, braces, or claustrophobia.
- • No one with inability to cooperate with task paradigms.
About National Institute Of Neurological Disorders And Stroke (Ninds)
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is a leading component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to advancing our understanding of the brain and nervous system through innovative research. NINDS sponsors and conducts clinical trials aimed at developing effective treatments and improving patient outcomes for a wide range of neurological disorders, including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases. By fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare providers, and patient communities, NINDS plays a pivotal role in transforming scientific discoveries into clinical applications, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by neurological conditions.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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