Plain-English translation of NCT04675216 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Doctors need to understand how pressure builds up in different parts of the brain, especially the back part, after surgery. This study places two small pressure sensors in your brain during surgery — one in the front and one in the back — to measure and compare pressure readings from both areas. The goal is to help doctors know when they need to monitor the back of the brain separately, rather than relying only on front-of-brain measurements.
Right now, doctors mostly monitor pressure in the front of the brain, but the back part may behave differently. This trial will show whether back-of-brain pressure readings match front-of-brain readings, so doctors can make better decisions about how to treat brain swelling in patients with injuries, tumors, or strokes.
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If you qualify, the researchers will add two small pressure sensors to your brain during your already-planned surgery — one in the front and one in the back. These sensors will measure pressure readings during your recovery period. The study involves just 12 patients total, and you would be monitored in the hospital as you normally would be after brain surgery, with the added benefit of detailed pressure measurements that may help doctors understand your condition better.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 4, 2026 · Not medical advice
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