Drug-coated balloon for narrowed brain arteries
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a special balloon catheter coated with a drug (sirolimus) to treat narrowed arteries inside the brain caused by atherosclerosis (plaque buildup). The goal is to keep the artery open and prevent future strokes.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–80 years
- Had symptoms of a narrowed brain artery (like stroke or TIA) in the last 6 months, confirmed on imaging with 70–99% blockage
- The narrowed artery is in specific brain locations: carotid, middle cerebral, basilar, or vertebral artery
- Have at least one risk factor for atherosclerosis (high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, etc.)
- Able to take blood-thinning and antiplatelet medications (aspirin, clopidogrel) without allergies or bleeding risk
- No recent stroke, heart attack, brain bleed, or major surgery in the past 2–30 days
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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