~9 spots leftby Apr 2026

Impact of Neuropsychological Evaluation on Epilepsy Treatment

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: University of South Florida
No Placebo Group
Prior Safety Data

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The present study aims to expand the evidence base of neuropsychological services in the context of medical management of epilepsy, examining whether treatment outcome and patient satisfaction with medical care are significantly improved when neuropsychological evaluation is included as an additional component of medical care within a comprehensive epilepsy center. All participants will complete an initial survey and a follow-up survey regarding views towards their epilepsy treatment. Participants will be randomized into one of two groups. One group will be given a neuropsychological battery in addition to the survey. The primary study hypothesis is that the addition of neuropsychological services to treatment-as-usual will result in significant improvements in (a) satisfaction with medical care, (b) patient perceived treatment outcome, and (c) physician-rated medical compliance. The secondary hypothesis is that participants who undergo neuropsychological evaluation will be generally satisfied with their experience with neuropsychological services.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

18 years of age or older
experiencing some degree of epilepsy-related symptoms, but not of such severity as to preclude them from being able to provide consent or undergo neuropsychological assessment (requiring extended inpatient treatment, severely aphasic, or MMSE score < 25)

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Neuropsychological testing (Behavioral Intervention)
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Neuropsychological testingExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants from this group will be administered a neuropsychological battery in addition to the initial and follow-up surveys
Group II: Treatment as usualActive Control1 Intervention
Participants from this group will be administered the initial and follow-up survey.

Find a Clinic Near You

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University of South FloridaTampa, FL
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of South FloridaLead Sponsor

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