Steroid treatment for focal brain artery inflammation in children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether short-term steroids improve recovery for children who recently had a stroke or mini-stroke caused by inflammation of a brain artery. If you qualify, you would receive steroids and follow-up imaging to see if it helps prevent further damage.
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Who can take part
- You are between 1 and 18 years old (up to your 19th birthday).
- You had a stroke or mini-stroke in the last 4 days (96 hours).
- Your MRI shows swelling or narrowing in one brain artery consistent with FCA.
- You can return for a follow-up MRI about 1 month later.
- You haven't had a prior stroke or another known cause of stroke (except FCA).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and don't have conditions that prevent steroid use.
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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