Feeding tube study for swallowing trouble after stroke
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests whether a feeding tube placed directly into the stomach (gastrostomy) or used only for some meals helps people who have trouble swallowing after a stroke. It aims to see if these methods improve recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You had an ischemic stroke (a stroke from a blocked blood vessel).
- You have trouble swallowing (dysphagia), confirmed by a special X-ray test.
- You are awake and aware (not unconscious).
- You have never had a stroke before.
- Your swallowing trouble is not caused by another condition like a tumor or brain injury.
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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