General vs. local anesthesia for carotid artery surgery after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of anesthesia for people who need surgery to clean out a blocked carotid artery after a recent stroke. It aims to see which anesthesia method leads to better recovery after the surgery.
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Who can take part
- You had a recent stroke (within 1 to 28 days) that affected the middle part of the brain.
- The carotid artery on the same side as the stroke is at least 50% blocked.
- You still have some symptoms (like weakness or trouble moving) but they are not too severe.
- The brain damage from the stroke is small (less than one-third of the middle brain area).
- You are able to have the surgery within 1 to 28 days after the stroke.
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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