Comparing timing of carotid surgery or stenting after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares the best timing for surgery or stenting to open a narrowed carotid artery after a minor stroke. The goal is to see if doing the procedure sooner or later reduces the chance of another stroke.
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Who can take part
- You had a stroke or mini-stroke on one side of your body within the last 6 months
- An imaging test shows that one of your carotid arteries is 50% to 99% narrowed
- A recent brain MRI found a small, new stroke in that same area
- You are not on blood thinners for a condition like atrial fibrillation
- You have no other serious health issues that would make surgery risky (consult your doctor)
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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