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Predisposing Factors for Post-stroke Epilepsy
Sponsor: Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Summary
The goal of this observational study is to learn about epilepsy after a stroke (post-stroke epilepsy). The main questions it aims to answer are: * What make some patients develop epilepsy after a stroke? * Does sleep have an impact on the development of post-stroke epilepsy? Participants will undergo: * Electroencephalography (EEG) * Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) * Polysomnography (only patients) Blood tests will also be taken. The patient group will be compared to the healthy controls. Researchers will also look into medical records of stroke patients hospitalized at St. Olavs hospital and collect relevant information.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 85 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2023-05-08
Completion Date
2030-12
Last Updated
2025-06-10
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Locations (1)
St. Olavs Hospital Stroke Unit
Trondheim, Norway