Predicting blood flow changes after carotid stenting
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at why some people have too much blood flow to the brain after a procedure to open a blocked neck artery. It uses special tests to check how well your brain controls its own blood flow, with the goal of predicting and preventing problems.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You have had symptoms (like a mini-stroke or stroke) and a 50% or more narrowing in the neck artery, OR you have no symptoms but a 70% or more narrowing
- You are able to keep follow-up visits and be reached by phone
- You do not have a serious blockage from other causes like artery inflammation or a tear
- You have had certain ultrasound tests before and within a week after the artery-opening procedure
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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