Genetic variants and stroke risk
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how genes might influence stroke risk by comparing the DNA of people who have had a stroke with similar people who haven't. Your participation could help researchers understand why strokes happen and lead to better prevention.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have had your first ischemic stroke (a stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel) in the past 12 months, confirmed by a CT scan or MRI.
- Your stroke type is one of the common ones: from a blood clot in the heart, a small vessel blockage, or hardening of the arteries.
- You are able to have an MRI scan and do not have metal implants or severe claustrophobia.
- You do not have a serious illness that might shorten your life to less than a year, or a genetic disorder like CADASIL or Fabry disease.
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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