Application of tDCS Stimulation in Controlling Refractory Status Epilepticus

Application of Targeting Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) Stimulation in the Treatment of Refractory Status Epilepticus

The purpose of the study is to assess the efficacy and safety of targeting tDCS stimulation for treatment of Refractory status epilepticus

After being informed about the study and potential risks, the recruited patients, giving written informed consent, will be determined of the eligibility for study entry. The patients who meet the eligibility requirements will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to undergo targeting tDCS stimulation (up to 10 times) or sham stimulation.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age between 14 and 80 year-old with Gender unlimited,
• Suitable for EEG monitoring;
• Clinical diagnosis of Refractory status epilepticus (status epilepticus that cannot be controlled by two types of antiepileptic drugs and at least one anesthetic);
• Informed consent to participate in this study was obtained from the participants or their surrogates

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unstable vital signs (systolic blood pressure<90mmHg, heart rate<60 beats/min, pulse oxygen saturation<90%);
• Having severe skull injury/defect or medical equipment implanted in the head;
• Pregnancy;
• With any implantable electronic instrument (including pacemakers, vagus nerve stimulators) or metal implanted devices.