Study details
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Deep Brain Stimulation for Opioid Use Disorder
Allegheny Singer Research Institute (also known as Allegheny Health Network Research Institute)
NCT IDNCT04354077ClinicalTrials.gov data as of Apr 2026
Target enrollment
3
Study length
about 4.9 years
Ages
22–65
Locations
1 site in PA
About this study
Researchers are testing whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the nucleus accumbens can help people with opioid use disorder who haven't responded to other treatments. The trial will involve 3 adults with opioid use disorder and relapsing opioid use despite being in a drug addiction treatment program.
Based on ClinicalTrials.gov records.
What participants do
- 1.Use DBS of the NAc
Participation effort
Estimated from trial records. Details can vary by site.
Time + visits
Low12%
Logistics
Moderate50%
Logistics difficulty varies by site location and availability.
Trial highlights
Treatment details
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Endpoints
Secondary: Depression score, Quality of life measure
Devices
therapeutic
Body systems
Psychiatry / Mental Health