Balloon catheter for stroke clot removal in the carotid artery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using a special balloon-guided catheter during clot removal (mechanical thrombectomy) improves outcomes for people with a severe stroke caused by a blockage in the internal carotid artery. The study aims to see if this tool helps remove the clot more safely and effectively.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have had a stroke caused by a blockage in the main artery in your neck (internal carotid artery), confirmed by brain imaging.
- Your stroke symptoms are severe enough (NIHSS score of 6 or more) and you are a candidate for a clot removal procedure (mechanical thrombectomy).
- You can have the procedure within 24 hours of your stroke starting.
- You do not have a history of major disability before this stroke (you could do most daily activities on your own).
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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