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Care and Research for Brain and Nerve Disorders

Plain-English translation of NCT00060541 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated September 2026 · Translation generated August 2026 ·

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What is this trial?

This is a research study run by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke that welcomes people with brain, nerve, or spinal cord conditions to receive standard medical care. As part of your regular evaluation and treatment, doctors will collect your medical information, tissue samples, and blood samples for research — helping scientists better understand these disorders and develop better treatments in the future.

Many brain and nerve disorders are not yet fully understood, and treatment options are limited. By gathering medical data and biological samples from patients receiving care, researchers hope to discover new insights about these conditions and eventually create better treatments.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you are 4 years old or older
you have a brain, nerve, or spinal cord condition such as a tumor, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, movement disorder, or pain disorder
you are seeking care or have been referred to the Surgical Neurology Branch
you (or your parent or legal guardian, if you are a minor) can provide informed consent to participate

You likely don't qualify if…

you are unable to receive evaluation and treatment for your neurosurgical condition
you do not have an established diagnosis of a well-characterized disease (in some cases, researchers may determine your condition is not suitable for this study)

What participation looks like

You will receive standard medical care for your brain or nerve condition, which may include office visits, lab tests, imaging scans, or surgery. During your regular appointments, doctors will collect your medical information and may ask for blood samples, skin biopsies, or saliva samples for research. Your information will be stored in a research database that may be used for future studies. The length and frequency of visits depend on your specific condition and treatment needs.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 26, 2026 · Not medical advice

Trial locations(1 site)

United States

National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Bethesda, Maryland

Key details

Sponsor

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)

Enrollment target

~5,000 participants

Started

June 2003

Age range

4 Years – 99 Years

Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in September 2026.

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Central contact

Surgical Neurology Branch

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)

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