Using IMPROVE to Choose Carotid Artery Treatment After Stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a new tool called IMPROVE helps doctors decide if you need surgery or a stent to clear a narrowed carotid artery (a major neck blood vessel) after a recent stroke or mini-stroke. The goal is to better predict which patients will benefit most from this treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had a stroke or mini-stroke (TIA) within the last 30 days with mild to moderate disability
- You have a narrowed carotid artery (30–99% blockage) on the same side as your stroke
- You are 18 years or older and mentally able to make medical decisions
- Your doctors believe you are a good candidate for carotid artery treatment (surgery or stent)
- You are willing to be randomly assigned to either the new IMPROVE method or standard care to decide your treatment
- You have no heart rhythm problems that could cause blood clots, and your carotid narrowing is from plaque buildup (atherosclerosis), not other causes
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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