Laser balloon for narrowed brain arteries
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a new laser balloon catheter to widen narrowed arteries in the brain that cause stroke symptoms. It may help if you have a severely blocked artery and are healthy enough for the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 80 years old.
- You have had symptoms from a narrowed brain artery (like weakness or trouble speaking).
- Your narrowed artery is in a specific area of the brain (internal carotid, middle cerebral, basilar, or vertebral).
- You have at least one risk factor for artery disease, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or smoking.
- You are able to take care of yourself (mRS score of 2 or less).
- You have not had a stroke in the last 2 weeks or a brain bleed in the last 3 months.
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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