Plain-English translation of NCT07605858 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This research examines the connections between seizures, disrupted sleep, and dreams in people with drug-resistant focal epilepsy. Researchers will use specialized brain electrodes (already part of your presurgical evaluation) combined with sleep monitoring to understand how seizure activity directly affects your sleep quality and dream experiences. The study aims to reveal whether treating nighttime seizures and abnormal brain activity could help you sleep better.
While doctors know that seizures and sleep problems are linked in epilepsy, it remains unclear whether seizures actually cause awakenings or disturb dreams. Understanding this connection could help doctors develop better treatment strategies focused specifically on improving sleep quality by targeting nighttime seizure activity—something that might be overlooked in current treatment decisions.
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Since you are already undergoing brain electrode monitoring (SEEG) for presurgical evaluation, this study uses that same procedure—you won't need additional surgery. While the electrodes are in place, researchers will combine them with standard sleep monitoring to record your brain activity, sleep patterns, and any seizures during the night. You will be asked to report your dreams and sleep experiences each morning so researchers can link your brain recordings with what you remember about your sleep.
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