Draining spinal fluid after stroke to improve blood flow
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether draining a small amount of fluid from your spine can improve blood flow in the brain after a stroke caused by a blocked artery. It might help people whose brain blood flow is still impaired after initial treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are over 18 years old.
- You had a stroke caused by a blockage in a major artery in the brain.
- The blockage is still present or affecting blood flow after initial treatment.
- You can have an MRI scan safely (no metal implants or pacemakers).
- You or a family member can give permission for the study.
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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