High-intensity statin treatment for certain stroke artery plaque cases
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a higher-dose statin can help after an ischemic stroke in people who have specific plaque patterns in brain blood vessels. It may help lower the risk of another stroke by targeting the artery plaque process.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 80 years old
- Your stroke symptoms started within the last 7 days
- Your stroke severity score (NIHSS) is 12 or less
- A CT or MRI confirms you had an ischemic stroke (not bleeding)
- Before the stroke, you were able to do usual activities (mRS 0–1)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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