Space-expanding shield in stroke surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a shield placed in the skull after removing a bone flap to treat swelling after a major stroke. The shield creates extra space for the brain to expand safely.
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Who can take part
- You had a large stroke in the middle cerebral artery, confirmed by MRI or CT scan
- You are between 18 and 69 years old
- Your family and an independent doctor have agreed to the surgery
- You do not need emergency brain surgery right away
- You are not allergic to polymethyl-methacrylate (PMMA) or gentamicin
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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