Comparing two clot removal methods for severe stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial compares two methods of removing blood clots from large arteries in the brain during a stroke: suction alone versus a combination of suction and a stent-like device. It aims to see which technique works better to restore blood flow and improve outcomes for people with severe acute strokes.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You had a stroke caused by a blockage in a large artery in the brain and it has been less than 24 hours since you were last normal.
- Your stroke symptoms are moderate to severe (score of 4 or more on the NIH Stroke Scale).
- Brain scans show that the area of brain at risk of damage is larger than the area already damaged.
- You were independent before this stroke (able to care for yourself without help).
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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