Ultrasound study for severe neck artery narrowing before stenting
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study is for people who have severe narrowing (stenosis) in one of the main neck arteries that supply blood to the brain. It tests how well ultrasound can diagnose this narrowing by comparing it with more detailed scans done before a stent procedure.
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Who can take part
- You must have severe narrowing in the main neck artery (internal carotid) or the first part of the vertebral artery, confirmed by ultrasound.
- You must be scheduled to have a stent placed within 2 weeks of the ultrasound, and also have DSA and CTA scans.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must have complete medical records available.
- You must not have certain other blockages or conditions that could affect the ultrasound results.
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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