Transient ischemic attack and speech study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at language and speech patterns in people who have had a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also known as a mini-stroke. By participating, you may help researchers understand how TIA affects spoken language, which could lead to better care.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 85 years old.
- You have had a single transient ischemic attack (TIA) affecting one side of the brain (carotid circulation).
- English is your first language.
- You do not have a history of neurological conditions that affect thinking, like Parkinson's disease, dementia, or stroke.
- You do not have pre-existing speech or cognitive problems.
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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