Ventrointermediate Nucleus (VIM DBS) and Working Memory

Completed

• Conditions: Essential Tremor

• Registration Number: NCT00906412
• Lead Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine

Brief Summary

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.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2006-09
• Study First Submitted: 2009-05-19
• Study First Submitted QC: 2009-05-20
• Study First Posted: 2009-05-21
• Primary Completion: 2013-09
• Status Verified: 2016-11
• Study Completion: 2016-11
• Last Update Submitted: 2016-11-09
• Last Update Posted: 2016-11-10

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 10

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

Study & Design

• Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
• Study Design: Not specified

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Washington University School of Medicine; 🇺🇸 St. Louis, Missouri, United States