Osmotic drugs for severe stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at whether osmotic drugs, which help reduce brain swelling, can improve recovery in people who have had a severe stroke affecting a large part of one side of the brain. It may help guide treatment for this serious condition.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must be within 72 hours of having a stroke.
- You must have had a severe stroke that affects a large area on one side of the brain, confirmed by a CT scan.
- You must not be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You must not have had a previous stroke that left you with significant disability.
- You must not have a life expectancy of less than 3 months due to other serious medical conditions.
Quick eligibility check
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