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Psychiatric Neurosurgery (PNS) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): A Qualitative Analysis of Patient and Family Member Experiences

Psychiatric Neurosurgery (PNS) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): A Qualitative Analysis of Patient and Family Member Experiences

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Overview

In this study the investigators will use semi-structured interviews to qualitatively analyse patient and family member experiences with either deep brain stimulation or other forms of psychiatric neurosurgery.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • (family member of) patient who has previously been treated with deep brain stimulation or anterior capsulotomy

Exclusion Criteria:

  • none

Study details
    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

NCT02537795

Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven

21 October 2025

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