Head cooling during clot removal for stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether cooling the head during a clot-removal procedure (thrombectomy) can improve recovery after a stroke. It might help reduce brain damage and improve long-term outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
- You must be having a stroke caused by a blocked artery in the brain, and you are scheduled to have a procedure called a thrombectomy to remove the clot.
- You must have been able to live independently before this stroke (not needing significant help with daily activities).
- You cannot have certain conditions that make cooling the body risky, such as severe heart rhythm problems, Raynaud's disease, or sickle cell disease.
- You must be able to attend a follow-up visit about 3 months after the stroke.
Quick eligibility check
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