Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages Any age to 18

Evaluating the effectiveness of epilepsy surgery in children

Official title: Clinical Evaluation of the Efficacity of Epilepsy Surgery in Infants and Children

Run by Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild · NCT02821260 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how well epilepsy surgery works for infants and children by tracking their seizure control and medication needs after the surgery over three years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
AgesAny age to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorFondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild
Research network
Locations1 site (Paris)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 2015
Main results expectedSeptember 2028
Study endsSeptember 2028
Registry record updatedJuly 11, 2023
Trial IDNCT02821260 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are children who have undergone surgical treatment for epilepsy at the Rothschild Foundation.

Probably not a fit

Patients whose parents oppose participation in the study will not benefit from this research.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on assessing the efficacy of epilepsy surgery in infants and children treated at the Rothschild Foundation in Paris. The study involves monitoring postoperative outcomes over a three-year period, with follow-up consultations to evaluate seizure frequency and medication reduction. The aim is to systematically collect data on patient outcomes, which has not been rigorously done before. This will help in understanding the long-term effects of surgical intervention for epilepsy in this population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term effectiveness of epilepsy surgery in children, potentially improving treatment strategies.

How similar studies have gone: While there may be existing studies on epilepsy surgery, this specific observational approach focusing on systematic data collection in children is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Child treated surgically for epilepsy at the Rothschild Foundation (Paris, France)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Parental opposition to the participation of their child to the study

Where it's running

  • Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild
    Paris, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.