Research
Epilepsy Brain Study
Protocol Description
Miya Asato, MD, of Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC is studying how childhood epilepsy affects the developing brain.
Eligibility Criteria
The research team is looking for children ages 8 - 17 with epilepsy to participate in one or two sessions.
Boys: ages 8 to 17
Girls: ages 8 to 17
Requirements
The first session involves measurement of eye movements while looking at lights, computer tasks, and interview (2 ½ to 3 hours). The second session involves functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) while performing cognitive and eye movement tasks. Total time including training is 2–3 hours.
All participants will be compensated for their time.
Status: Open for Enrollment
Source of Support
National Institutes of Health
Primary Investigator(s)
Miya Asato, MD
Contact Information
Call the recruitment hotline at (412) 383-8180 for telephone screening and information.
