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Sub-thalamic Nucleus Stimulation in Parkinson Disease

A study testing New targeting procedure without electrophysiology and Classical neurosurgical procedure in people with Parkinson's Disease, run by University Hospital, Bordeaux at 1 site in France.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established procedure for the symptomatic treatment of Parkinson's disease. This procedure performed in two steps using electrophysiology. This study is a prospective, randomized and monocentric study to compare two DBS procedures with or without electrophysiology. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 70 years
Conditions the study is for
Parkinson's Disease
What is being tested?
New targeting procedure without electrophysiology and Classical neurosurgical procedure
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
30 participants
Where
1 siteFrance
Study dates
11 Mar 2013to 9 Sep 2016
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 70 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age : between 18 and 70 years old
  • Parkinson disease in fluctuation state despite the use of an optimal medical treatment
  • Dopa sensibility higher than 50% with the L-DOPA test
  • Normal MRI
  • Mattis Scale > 130
  • Surgical indication approved by a multidisciplinary team
  • Patient covered by a social insurance
  • Informed consent signed by patient and investigator

Who cannot join

  • Patients with surgical or anesthetic contraindications
  • Cerebral atrophy or signal abnormalities on MRI
  • Severe Depressive State : The Beck Scale score > 15
  • Women of childbearing potential without efficient contraceptive mean
  • Need of long-term antithrombotic treatment

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

France1 site
  • University Hospital

    Bordeaux, 33076

Other trials in France

About this study

Official title: Sub-thalamic Nucleus Stimulation in Parkinson Disease: Comparison of a Two-steps Electrophysiological Approach Under Local and General Anesthesia and a One-step Approach Under General Anesthesia

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established procedure for the symptomatic treatment of Parkinson's disease. This procedure performed in two steps using electrophysiology. This study is a prospective, randomized and monocentric study to compare two DBS procedures with or without electrophysiology.

A better control of targeting and trajectory is necessary before not using electrophysiology, which is the reference procedure. A new definition of sub thalamic nuclei with new MRI stereotactic landmarks, the use of surgical robot (Neuromata Renishaw) and the use of operative imaging (O-arm) could allow the implantation of electrode in sub-thalamic nuclei without the need of electrophysiology.

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Two groups of patients will be followed: a first group of patients with a procedure under general anesthesia alone without electrophysiological stimulation and a second smaller group of patients with a first step of electrode implantation under awake surgery with electrophysiological stimulation followed by a second step under general anesthesia for the implantation of stimulator.

Clinical results will be assessed at 6 months after implantation.

Read the detailed description

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established procedure for the symptomatic treatment of Parkinson's disease. This procedure performed in two steps using electrophysiology (Limousin et al., 1995) to register the activity of the sub-thalamic nucleus and test the efficacy of stimulation while the patient is awake. A second procedure is needed a few days later to implant the stimulation device under general anaesthesia. The duration of the first procedure is long because of a necessary time of deep stimulation to control the target before definitive implantation. Firstly, the long time of procedure causes pain for the patient. Secondly, the time of procedure, and thus of electrophysiology, is correlated with a rate of device infection of 5 % - 6 % (Hamani et al., 2006; Kenney et al., 2007; Sillay et al., 2008; Doshi et al., 2011). Thirdly, the introduction of several microelectrodes increases the risk of operative and postoperative haemorrhages, estimated at 1 % (Kenney et al., 2007; Sansur et al., 2007; Voges et al., 2007; Bhatia et al., 2008). Moreover, Foltynie et al. (2011) described 12/79 patients treated under general anaesthesia alone with the same post operative results than those who were firstly treated under local anaesthesia.

A better control of targeting and trajectory is necessary before not using electrophysiology, which is the reference procedure. A new definition of sub thalamic nuclei with new MRI stereotactic landmarks, the use of surgical robot (Neuromata Renishaw) and the use of operative imaging (O-arm) could allow the implantation of electrode in sub-thalamic nuclei without the need of electrophysiology. (Caire et al. 2012, In press).

This study is a prospective, randomized and monocentric study. The randomization will be made according to a ratio 2:1 in favour of the technique without electrophysiology. Two groups of patients will be followed: a first group of patients with a procedure under general anesthesia alone without electrophysiological stimulation and a second smaller group of patients with a first step of electrode implantation under awake surgery with electrophysiological stimulation followed by a second step under general anesthesia.

After a preoperative assessment, a end-point evaluation at 6 months after implantation will complete the follow-up.

The stimulation efficacy (UPDRS-3) and the post operative adverse effects will be noticed.

This study will also evaluate the occurrence of a post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Parkinson disease patients operated under deep brain stimulation.

Being tested
New targeting procedure without electrophysiology, Classical neurosurgical procedure
Keywords
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Parkinson disease, Stereotaxis Technique, Subthalamic nucleus
Medical subject headings
Parkinson Disease

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • New targeting procedure without electrophysiologyProcedure or surgery

    It is a neurosurgical procedure of electrodes implantation in the sub thalamic nuclei under general anaesthesia using a new targeting procedure without electrophysiology.

  • Classical neurosurgical procedureProcedure or surgery

    It is a neurosurgical procedure of electrodes implantation in the sub thalamic nuclei under awake surgery with electrophysiological control. A second surgical step is performed to implant the subcutaneous stimulation device, under general anesthesia.

Study groups in NCT01817088
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
New targeting procedure without electrophysiologyExperimentalPatients with the high precision procedure under general anesthesia alone without electrophysiological stimulation
Receives: Procedure: New targeting procedure without electrophysiology
Classical neurosurgical procedureActive comparatorpatients with a first step of electrode implantation under awake surgery with electrophysiological control followed by a second step under general anesthesia
Receives: Procedure: Classical neurosurgical procedure

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. the ratio of preoperative and postoperative UPDRS 3 score

    The primary outcome is defined after six months of sub-thalamic nucleus deep brain stimulation with the ratio of preoperative and postoperative UPDRS 3 score. The ratio is : (post operative UPDRS 3 OFF medicine and OFF stimulation- post operative UPDRS 3 OFF medicine ON stimulation)/(post operative UPDRS 3 OFF medicine OFF stimulation)

    Measured: 6 month

Secondary outcomes (16)
  1. Stimulation efficacy

    Efficacy with the ratio : (Preoperative UPDRS 3 OFF medicine - post operative UPDRS 3 OFF medicine ON stimulation)/( preoperative UPDRS 3 OFF medicine )

    Measured: 6 month

  2. The variance of improvement mean for the "high precision" technique

    The variance of improvement mean for the "high precision" technique

    Measured: 6 month

  3. Percentage of patients with an improvement of UPDRS III score

    Percentage of patients with an improvement of UPDRS III score of 35%, 50% et 65%

    Measured: 6 month

  4. The Calculated preoperative and post operative (6 months) equivalent dose of L-DOPA and the decrease of between preoperative and post operative period (6 months).

    The Calculated preoperative and post operative (6 months) equivalent dose of L-DOPA and the decrease of between preoperative and post operative period (6 months).

    Measured: 6 month

  5. Percentage of patients with failure of the new surgical technique defined with an improvement of less than 35 % with the UPDRS 3 score and an electrode located more than 4 mm from the target

    Percentage of patients with failure of the new surgical technique defined with an improvement of less than 35 % with the UPDRS 3 score and an electrode located more than 4 mm from the target

    Measured: 6 month

  6. Quality of Life

    Quality of Life scale : PDQ-39

    Measured: 6 month

  7. Non motor items of UPDRS score in the high precision technique under general anesthesia alone

    Non motor items of UPDRS score in the high precision technique under general anesthesia alone

    Measured: 6 month

  8. Adverse effects and complications

    Adverse effects and complications : infection, haemorrhages, paresthesia, hypophonia and dyskinesia

    Measured: 6 month

  9. Percentage of improvement in patients with the reference technique

    Percentage of improvement in patients with the reference technique (electrophysiological approach in awake surgery)

    Measured: 6 month

  10. Compare the technical feasibility for both surgeries based on the number of electrodes implanted in the target

    Compare the technical feasibility for both surgeries based on the number of electrodes implanted in the target

    Measured: after surgery

  11. Operative and postoperative surgical adverse effects.

    Operative and postoperative surgical adverse effects.

    Measured: 6 month

  12. Evaluate the influence of two operative procedures on the onset and maintenance of post-operative PTSD

    Evaluate the influence of two operative procedures on the onset and maintenance of post-operative PTSD

    Measured: 6 month

  13. Evaluate the influence of two operative procedures on the level of preoperative anxiety and the time course of this anxiety

    Evaluate the influence of two operative procedures on the level of preoperative anxiety and the time course of this anxiety

    Measured: 1, 3 and 6 month

  14. Differentiate thymic and cognitive factors potentially predictors of the occurrence of post-surgical PTSD

    Differentiate thymic and cognitive factors potentially predictors of the occurrence of post-surgical PTSD

    Measured: 6 month

  15. Evaluate the long-term effects of the two operating procedures on thymic and cognitive state

    Evaluate the long-term effects of the two operating procedures on thymic and cognitive state

    Measured: 6 month

  16. Evaluate the dose of irradiation received by patients during surgery in both procedures

    Measured: During surgery

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted22 Mar 2013 (estimated)
  2. Study start11 Mar 2013
  3. Primary completion9 Sep 2016
  4. Study completion9 Sep 2016

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Other
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
30 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT01817088
Sponsor's protocol ID
CHUBX 2012/07
Acronym
PARKEO
Status last verified
Aug 2017
First submitted
20 Mar 2013
Last updated
24 Aug 2017
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes

Publications

  • Bronstein JM, Tagliati M, Alterman RL, Lozano AM, Volkmann J, Stefani A, Horak FB, Okun MS, Foote KD, Krack P, Pahwa R, Henderson JM, Hariz MI, Bakay RA, Rezai A, Marks WJ Jr, Moro E, Vitek JL, Weaver FM, Gross RE, DeLong MR. Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson disease: an expert consensus and review of key issues. Arch Neurol. 2011 Feb;68(2):165. doi: 10.1001/archneurol.2010.260. Epub 2010 Oct 11.

    PubMed 20937936
  • Cuny E, Guehl D, Burbaud P, Gross C, Dousset V, Rougier A. Lack of agreement between direct magnetic resonance imaging and statistical determination of a subthalamic target: the role of electrophysiological guidance. J Neurosurg. 2002 Sep;97(3):591-7. doi: 10.3171/jns.2002.97.3.0591.

    PubMed 12296643
  • Ferrara J, Diamond A, Hunter C, Davidson A, Almaguer M, Jankovic J. Impact of STN-DBS on life and health satisfaction in patients with Parkinson's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry. 2010 Mar;81(3):315-9. doi: 10.1136/jnnp.2009.184127. Epub 2009 Sep 1.

    PubMed 19726415
  • Kenney C, Simpson R, Hunter C, Ondo W, Almaguer M, Davidson A, Jankovic J. Short-term and long-term safety of deep brain stimulation in the treatment of movement disorders. J Neurosurg. 2007 Apr;106(4):621-5. doi: 10.3171/jns.2007.106.4.621.

    PubMed 17432713
  • Kleiner-Fisman G, Herzog J, Fisman DN, Tamma F, Lyons KE, Pahwa R, Lang AE, Deuschl G. Subthalamic nucleus deep brain stimulation: summary and meta-analysis of outcomes. Mov Disord. 2006 Jun;21 Suppl 14:S290-304. doi: 10.1002/mds.20962.

    PubMed 16892449
  • Limousin P, Krack P, Pollak P, Benazzouz A, Ardouin C, Hoffmann D, Benabid AL. Electrical stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in advanced Parkinson's disease. N Engl J Med. 1998 Oct 15;339(16):1105-11. doi: 10.1056/NEJM199810153391603.

    PubMed 9770557
  • Maltete D, Navarro S, Welter ML, Roche S, Bonnet AM, Houeto JL, Mesnage V, Pidoux B, Dormont D, Cornu P, Agid Y. Subthalamic stimulation in Parkinson disease: with or without anesthesia? Arch Neurol. 2004 Mar;61(3):390-2. doi: 10.1001/archneur.61.3.390.

    PubMed 15023817
  • Engelhardt J, Caire F, Damon-Perriere N, Guehl D, Branchard O, Auzou N, Tison F, Meissner WG, Krim E, Bannier S, Benard A, Sitta R, Fontaine D, Hoarau X, Burbaud P, Cuny E. A Phase 2 Randomized Trial of Asleep versus Awake Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease. Stereotact Funct Neurosurg. 2021;99(3):230-240. doi: 10.1159/000511424. Epub 2020 Nov 30.

    PubMed 33254172

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing New targeting procedure without electrophysiology and Classical neurosurgical procedure in people with Parkinson's Disease, run by University Hospital, Bordeaux at 1 site in France.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 8 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 24 Aug 2017. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in France. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

the ratio of preoperative and postoperative UPDRS 3 score (time frame: 6 month). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT01817088, which also lists 8 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 24 Aug 2017.

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