Epilepsy & Depression (more information)
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Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome Clinical Trial Underway
A clinical research study is underway to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the anticonvulsant clobazam for people suffering from Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), which is a devastating severe form of childhood epilepsy that frequently persists into adulthood. (more information)
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Open Label Study of Flexible Dose of Brivaracetam in Subjects 16 Years or Older Suffering From Epilepsy (more information)
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Lamictal Extended Release Study for Partial Seizures (more information)
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Other Research
AED Pregnancy Registry: The Antiepilepsy Drug (AED) Pregnancy Registry is the first North American registry for pregnant women who are taking anti-epileptic drugs. The registry is maintained out of Genetics and Teratology Unit of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Women who enroll will be asked to provide information about the health status of their children. (All information will be kept confidential.) The findings will be analyzed to assess the fetal risk of AED use during pregnancy. The principal investigator for the registry is Lewis B. Holmes, M.D.Women and physicians are urged to call the registry directly at the toll-free number, (888) 233-2334. For further information on the registry, please contact Massachusetts General Hospital -- (617) 726-1742 or visit their website.
Clinical Trials - A list of current research studies in epilepsy recruiting volunteers.
The Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana does not promote/encourage any consumer to participate in research. Any decision to do this should always be made with the consultation of your neurologist. For a complete listing of current clinical trials that are available, please see clinicaltrials.gov or centerwatch.com.
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