Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?This is an observational neuroimaging study assessing the effects of TMS on the brains of patients with unipolar depression.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for men and women aged 18-80 with a diagnosis of depression who need Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) as part of their psychiatric care. It's not suitable for those with MRI contraindications, other primary mental health conditions like schizophrenia, active substance abuse in the past 3 months, or severe medical illnesses.Treatment Details
The study observes how TMS affects the brain in patients with unipolar depression. This non-invasive treatment uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain and is being studied using neuroimaging techniques.
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Unipolar DepressionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Patients diagnosed with unipolar depression.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is already approved in United States, Canada, European Union for the following indications:
πΊπΈ Approved in United States as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for:
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
π¨π¦ Approved in Canada as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for:
- Major Depressive Disorder
πͺπΊ Approved in European Union as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for:
- Major Depressive Disorder
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Massachusetts General HospitalBoston, MA
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Massachusetts General HospitalLead Sponsor