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A study of Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome in children after brain tumor surgery

Original title: Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome Study

How far along is this research?

This is a trial that is enrolling or has been updated. It is not a finding yet.

No phase is listed for this study, and it is still being run in people.

Status: Recruiting. It is looking for patients now. Talk to your care team about whether it fits you.

The trial team last updated this record on . Always check the trial page for the latest.

The short version

This study looks at why some children get a condition called Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome after surgery for a brain tumor.

Who this trial is for. This study is about children who have surgery for a tumor in the posterior fossa, an area of the brain. Up to 25% of them develop Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome, and the study looks at why that happens, how the syndrome unfolds, and how best to treat it.

Where it stands. The trial has not reported results. It is still gathering information on why the syndrome happens, how it changes over time, and what treatment works best. Those answers are not in yet.

What this means, and what it doesn't

What it could mean: If your child is facing surgery for a tumor in this part of the brain, you could ask the care team about this study. Work like this may help doctors understand the syndrome better. It does not change the care your child gets today.

What it doesn't mean: This does not mean a treatment has been proven. A trial is a test, not care that is known to work. Taking part is not a guarantee of benefit. It is not a promise of a cure. The trial team decides who can take part, not this website.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, August 12, 2026 · Read the original

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