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Role of High Frequency RTMS in Management of Opioid Use Disorder

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Nov 13, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of July 23, 2025

Enrolling by invitation

Keywords

Addiction Opioid R Tms Egypt

ClinConnect Summary

Addiction is a complex, chronic brain condition influenced by genes and the environment that is characterized by substance use or compulsive actions that continue despite harmful consequences. For a long time, addiction meant an uncontrollable habit of using alcohol or other drugs as opioid. More recently, the concept of addiction has expanded to include behaviors, as well as substances, and even ordinary and necessary activities, such as exercise and eating.

Speaking of opioid addiction, Opioid addiction is a long-lasting (chronic) disease that can cause major health, social, and economic...

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion criteria:
  • Male
  • Age 18- 40
  • Opioid use disorder
  • Exclusion criteria:
  • Individuals with mental disorders (such as primary psychosis, schizophrenia, mental retardation, and brain damage induced mental disorder),
  • History of epilepsy
  • History of cardiovascular complications.
  • History of contraindications to TMS (e.g. metal implants in the head).

About Assiut University

Assiut University, a prominent academic institution located in Egypt, is dedicated to advancing medical research and clinical trials that enhance healthcare outcomes. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, the university engages in a wide array of clinical studies across various disciplines, aiming to contribute valuable insights into disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Assiut University's commitment to ethical research practices and rigorous scientific methodology ensures the integrity and reliability of its clinical trials, ultimately benefiting both the local community and the global medical landscape.

Locations

Assiut, , Egypt

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported