Predicting outcomes after stroke from artery plaque
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at factors that can help predict recovery and risk after an ischemic stroke caused by plaque buildup in a major artery. It may help doctors better forecast prognosis and tailor follow-up care for people like you.
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Who can take part
- Your stroke was an ischemic stroke (not from bleeding) caused by plaque in a large artery, confirmed by symptoms and imaging (CT/MRI/other scans).
- You have artery narrowing in the “superior arch” area: either symptoms from that narrowing (>50%) or no symptoms but severe narrowing (>70%).
- Your brain scan (CT or MRI) does not show bleeding, including a bleed that turned an ischemic stroke into bleeding.
- You do not have a severe other medical illness expected to limit survival to less than 3 months.
- You can provide ongoing follow-up information (so the study can track you over time).
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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