Clinical trials
Intracranial Atherosclerotic Stenosis (ICAS) clinical trials
Below are recruiting intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (icas) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 15 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07072026Recruiting
Opening blocked arteries in the brain long after stroke
This trial looks back at patients who had a procedure to reopen a major artery in the brain that had been blocked for a long time. It will help doctors learn if this treatment is safe and effective for people with chronic blockages in certain key arteries.
EssenAges 18 years+ - NCT07085299Recruiting
Gut bacteria and recovery in brain artery narrowing
This study looks at how the bacteria in your gut might affect outcomes in people with narrowed brain arteries. Researchers will track your health over time to see if there are links between your gut bacteria and your recovery.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 30–80 - NCT05907629Recruiting
MRI study comparing blood thinners after a certain stroke
This trial looks at MRI scans to compare two types of blood-thinning medicines (one that affects blood-clotting and one that affects platelets) after a recent stroke caused by severe narrowing in certain brain arteries. It may help doctors understand which treatment works best while checking how the blood vessels and brain tissue look on MRI.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04948749Recruiting
Stenting plus medication to prevent stroke from narrowed brain arteries
This trial tests whether placing a stent in a severely narrowed brain artery, along with aggressive medication, can prevent another stroke better than medication alone. It is for people who had a mild stroke within the last 30 days due to a 70-99% blockage in a major brain artery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–85 - NCT05550077Recruiting
Imaging study for narrowed brain arteries after stroke
This trial uses a detailed eye/brain imaging test (optical coherence tomography) to study people with significantly narrowed brain arteries after certain stroke-like events. It may help researchers better understand and monitor this condition to improve care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05692882Recruiting
Registry for stent treatment in narrowed brain arteries in China
This study records outcomes for people with significant narrowing in brain arteries who have treatment using a drug-eluting stent. It may help doctors understand how well this approach works and what risks or benefits to expect.
ChenzhouAges 18–85 - NCT06754956Recruiting
MRI Study of Artery Plaques Using Different MRI Scanners
This study investigates the build-up of fatty deposits called plaques in arteries of the brain and neck using two different strengths of MRI scanners. It aims to understand how well these MRI techniques can image the plaques, which could help doctors better diagnose and manage stroke risk.
ShanghaiAges 18–95 - NCT06437600Recruiting
Immediate balloon angioplasty for severe stroke with brain artery narrowing
This trial tests whether doing an angioplasty (a procedure to open a narrowed artery with a small balloon) as soon as possible after a severe stroke caused by a blockage in a brain artery can improve recovery. It is for people who arrive within 24 hours of their stroke and have a specific type of narrowing inside the skull.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07562178Recruiting
Pemafibrate to prevent stroke from brain artery narrowing
This trial tests whether a medication called pemafibrate can help prevent future strokes in people who have had a recent stroke or TIA (mini-stroke) caused by a narrowed artery inside the brain. The medication works by lowering triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).
Toyoake, Aichi-kenAges 18 years+ - NCT06763458Recruiting
Balloon angioplasty for minor unstable stroke with brain artery narrowing
This trial tests if balloon angioplasty (opening a narrowed artery with a tiny balloon) can help people who have had a minor stroke and are still having symptoms despite taking blood thinners.
ShenyangAges 18 years+ - NCT07309718Recruiting
Stroke Risk Assessment for Brain Artery Narrowing
This study looks at a new way to measure stroke risk in people with a specific type of brain artery narrowing (atherosclerosis) in the front part of the brain. You might participate if you have this condition and are willing to have imaging tests and take standard medicines.
Beijing, Xicheng DistrictAges 18–80 - NCT05028855Recruiting
Testing brain blood-flow control in recent carotid or MCA narrowing
This study tests how well your brain controls its own blood flow (“cerebral autoregulation”) after a recent TIA or ischemic stroke caused by a narrowed carotid or MCA artery. It may help researchers understand why symptoms happen and how to better assess brain circulation after stroke.
Changchun, JilinAges 18–80 - NCT05677607Recruiting
Study of brain artery narrowing and small-vessel disease
This study looks at how two types of blood vessel problems in the brain affect each other over time. It may help researchers better understand what to watch for and potentially how to improve outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 30 years+ - NCT06014723Recruiting
Balloon angioplasty for recent minor stroke or TIA
This study tests a balloon procedure to open a narrowed artery in the brain to prevent further strokes. It is for people who recently had a mild stroke or high-risk TIA from a significant blockage.
Changchun, JilinAges 30–80 - NCT07026318Recruiting
Combining clot removal and tirofiban for stroke
This trial tests adding the anti-clotting drug tirofiban to standard clot removal for people who have a stroke due to a narrowed artery in the brain. The goal is to see if this combination improves outcomes without raising bleeding risk.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (icas)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 15 recruiting intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (icas) studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (icas) trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (icas) trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.