Study nerve effects after carotid surgery done with local anesthesia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial looks at what factors predict new or worsening nerve symptoms after a carotid endarterectomy (a surgery to clear plaque in the neck artery) when done with regional anesthesia. It may help doctors better anticipate and prevent neurologic problems during this procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for carotid endarterectomy (plaque removal from the neck artery)
- The surgery must be done using regional anesthesia (medicine that numbs a larger area so you feel less during the procedure)
- You will have a “post-clamping” carotid deficit (nerve or blood-flow-related symptoms noticed after the artery is temporarily clamped)
- Your treatment must not be carotid stenting (no opening the artery with a stent)
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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