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Study of Conscious Behavior Under Low-frequency Deep Brain Stimulation in Chronic and Severe Post-coma Disorders of Consciousness
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand
Summary
Chronic post-coma consciousness impairment is a severe handicap. Preliminary studies suggest that deep brain stimulation of the thalamic-tegmental reticular system could improve consciousness disorders, and facilitate the emergence of conscious behavior. The aim of this protocol is to study the effects of deep brain stimulation on conscious behavior, using a patient-based anatomic mapping for stereotactic surgery, and the Coma Recovery Scale-Revised (CRS-R) as clinical assessment criterion.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
5
Start Date
2012-04
Completion Date
2016-04
Last Updated
2026-08-05
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Implantable neurostimulation system
Locations (1)
CHU Clermont-Ferrand
Clermont-Ferrand, France