The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China
Location status: Recruiting
NCT Number: NCT06784388
The goal of this clinical trial is to optimize the target brain areas for deep brain stimulation (DBS) for depression based on personalized brain imaging and stereo-electroencephalography(SEEG), to administer long-term DBS treatment in the target brain areas, to assess the effectiveness and safety of DBS for refractory depression and to validate the method of personalized optimization of DBS targets. The main questions it aims to answer are:
1. Where is the optimal DBS target brain region for each patient? 2. What are the optimal DBS parameters for each patient ? 3. What are the neural biomarkers of depression symptoms for each patient? 4. Are the optimized DBS strategies effective in treating refractory depression?
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Request Info18 year–70 year
All sexes
Interventional
Early Phase 1
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China
Location status: Recruiting
This clinical study is a prospective clinical trial focused on the personalized optimization methods and applications of DBS targets for depression.
The study is divided into 4 phases and in each phase and participants will complete different tasks:
Healthy volunteers accepted: No
Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.
Inclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria
During the DBS treatment phase, the DBS device will apply electrical stimulation to the patient's target brain regions using a specific strategy, and if the efficacy of this phase is not satisfactory, electrical stimulation will continue to be applied during the efficacy observation phase after DBS shutdown.
SEEG intraoperative experiment: patients will be implanted with microelectrodes and connected to an electrophysiological recorder under local anesthesia. Intraoperative neurophysiological baseline will be recorded for 5 minutes, and esketamine will be injected intravenously at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg, and neurophysiological recordings will be continued for 15 minutes to observe the neuronal electrophysiological changes in various brain regions and target points.
Time frame: at baseline and after 442 day
Improvement is defined as a 25-49% reduction in Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression (HAMD) score relative to the preoperative baseline; response is defined as a ≥50% reduction in HAMD score relative to the preoperative baseline; and remission is defined as a HAMD score ≤8.
Time frame: Two months after 442 days
Rebound is defined as a HAMD ≥18 in the subsequent follow-up period if the patient has an initial assessment of HAMD ≤8 in the efficacy observation phase after DBS shutdown, and rebound is defined as a HAMD score more than 2 times the initial assessment or 20 in the subsequent follow-up period if the patient has an initial assessment of HAMD >8 in that phase.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The score of the scale ranges from 0 to 60. Higher MADRS score indicates more severe depression.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Multi-Lingual Hypomania Check List (C-SSRS) is a self-report questionnaire used to assess hypomanic symptoms and suicide risk. This tool includes multiple items designed to identify emotional and behavioral changes based on patient feedback. The results of the C-SSRS assist professionals in developing treatment plans, with higher scores typically indicating more severe symptoms, thereby facilitating timely intervention and support.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The score of the scale ranges from 0 to 56. The higher scores means more severe anxiety.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Oxford Depression Questionnaire (ODQ) is a self-report instrument designed to assess the presence and severity of depressive symptoms. It evaluates various aspects of mood, motivation, and behavior related to depression. The questionnaire consists of multiple items scored on a scale, where higher scores indicate greater levels of depressive symptoms, facilitating effective monitoring and intervention by healthcare professionals.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
Neuropsychological measures contains six domains of cognition which are episodic memory, working memory,attention, executive functions, psychomotor speed and social cognition.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Visual Analogue Scale for Depression (VAS-D) is a self-report tool used to assess the severity of depressive symptoms. It consists of a single continuous line, where respondents indicate their level of depression by marking a point on the line. The scale ranges from "no depression" to "worst possible depression," allowing for a visual representation of the individual's emotional state. Higher marks on the scale correspond to greater levels of depressive symptoms, aiding healthcare providers in monitoring and addressing the patient's condition.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Hamilton Depression Rating Scale-6 Item (HAMD-6) is a self-report questionnaire designed to assess the severity of depression. It focuses on six key symptoms, including mood, feelings of guilt, insomnia, work and activities, psychomotor agitation or retardation, and anxiety. Each item is rated on a scale, with higher scores indicating more severe depressive symptoms. This concise tool facilitates quick evaluation and monitoring of depression in clinical settings.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) is a self-report tool used to assess the presence and severity of depressive symptoms. It consists of nine items that correspond to the diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorder. Respondents rate the frequency of their symptoms over the past two weeks on a 4-point scale. Higher scores indicate more severe depressive symptoms, helping healthcare providers to evaluate, monitor, and guide treatment decisions for patients.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure the severity of depressive symptoms. It consists of 21 items that assess various aspects of depression, including mood, hopelessness, and physical symptoms. Respondents rate each item on a scale, with higher scores indicating greater levels of depression. The BDI is widely used in clinical and research settings to evaluate depression and monitor treatment progress.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Visual Analogue Scale for Anxiety (VAS-A) is a self-report tool used to measure the level of anxiety experienced by individuals. It consists of a continuous line, where respondents indicate their anxiety level by marking a point on the line. The scale ranges from "no anxiety" to "worst possible anxiety," providing a visual representation of the individual's emotional state. Higher marks on the scale correspond to greater levels of anxiety, assisting healthcare providers in assessing and addressing the patient's anxiety levels.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) is a self-report questionnaire designed to assess the severity of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms. It consists of seven items that evaluate various aspects of anxiety, including feelings of nervousness, worry, and difficulty relaxing. Respondents rate the frequency of their symptoms over the past two weeks on a 4-point scale. Higher scores indicate more severe anxiety symptoms, helping healthcare providers to identify and monitor anxiety levels in patients effectively.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure the severity of anxiety symptoms. It consists of 21 items that assess various aspects of anxiety, such as physiological symptoms and cognitive disturbances. Respondents rate the intensity of their anxiety over the past week on a 4-point scale. Higher scores indicate greater levels of anxiety, providing valuable information for healthcare providers in evaluating and managing anxiety disorders.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The Immediate Mood Scale (IMS) is a self-report questionnaire designed to assess an individual's current mood state. It includes a series of items that evaluate various emotional dimensions, such as happiness, sadness, anxiety, and anger. Respondents rate their mood on a scale, providing a snapshot of their emotional well-being at the moment. Higher scores on specific mood dimensions indicate a more positive emotional state, assisting healthcare providers in understanding and addressing the individual's immediate emotional needs.
Time frame: Every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
The score of the scale ranges from 0 to 42. Higher QIDS-SR16 score indicates more severe depression.
Time frame: Perioperative and every 2 weeks between day 21 and day 442
Record: Adverse events during the "perioperative period" of SEEG and DBS implantation, during the DBS treatment phase, and during the follow-up period of the efficacy observation phase after DBS shutdown , including abnormalities in laboratory tests as judged necessary by the investigator.
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Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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Clinical Application of Personalized DBS Target Optimization for Treating Depression
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