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NCT Number: NCT00906412

Ventrointermediate Nucleus (VIM DBS) and Working Memory

This is part of a larger study for which participants have already completed memory and thinking tests. In this study, investigators are trying to learn how deep-brain stimulation affects memory skills in essential tremor (ET) patients. We are especially trying to figure out how stimulation on each side of the brain may affect working memory.

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Key information

Conditions

Essential Tremor Central Nervous System Diseases Movement Disorders Nervous System Diseases

Age range

40 year–70 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Washington University School of Medicine

St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

ET PATIENTS:

  • Clinical diagnosis of essential tremor affecting the upper extremities.
  • Previous unilateral or bilateral DBS of the VIM
  • Ages 40 -70
  • A useable pre-surgical MR scan

CONTROLS:

  • Spouse or acquaintance of enrolled patient participant
  • Ages 40 - 70

Exclusion criteria

ET PATIENTS:

  • Clinical evidence of other neurological conditions
  • Significant psychiatric condition

CONTROLS:

  • Clinical evidence of other neurological conditions
  • Significant psychiatric condition

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Washington University School of Medicine

Other

Registry information

Official study title

VIM DBS and Working Memory

Acronym: WMVIM

Important dates

Study start
2006
Primary completion
2013
Study completion
2016
First posted
May 21, 2009
Registry last updated
Nov 10, 2016

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