Gum disease treatment to lower stroke plaque activity
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether treating severe gum disease can reduce inflammation in artery plaque that caused a minor stroke. If you've had a mild stroke from plaque buildup and have severe gum disease, this treatment might help lower your future stroke risk.
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Who can take part
- You had a mild stroke (with little to no lasting disability) within the last 30 days caused by a clot or plaque in an artery in your neck that is not narrow enough for surgery.
- You have severe gum disease (stage 3 or 4) that a dentist can diagnose.
- You are 18 years or older and have at least 6 teeth.
- You are not currently a smoker (you quit) and do not have uncontrolled diabetes or a weakened immune system.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to the imaging dye used in the PET scan.
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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