Feeding tube study for swallowing problems after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial looks at two ways to feed people who have trouble swallowing after a stroke: a tube placed into the stomach (gastrostomy) or a tube through the mouth. The goal is to see which method works better for recovery.
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Who can take part
- You have had an ischemic stroke (stroke caused by a blood clot).
- You are over 18 years old.
- You have trouble swallowing, confirmed by a special X-ray test (VFSS).
- You are awake and alert.
- This is your first stroke (no prior strokes).
- Your vital signs (like blood pressure and heart rate) are stable.
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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