Clot removal versus medication for late stroke treatment
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares a procedure to remove a blood clot from a brain artery (endovascular therapy) with standard medicines alone, for people who had a large-vessel stroke more than 24 hours ago (up to 30 days). It aims to see if the procedure can still help improve recovery even after this longer time window, especially if symptoms are fluctuating or worsening.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You had an ischemic stroke (a blockage in a major brain artery) confirmed by imaging.
- Your stroke symptoms began at least 24 hours ago but no more than 30 days ago. If more than 72 hours, your symptoms must have recently worsened or come and gone.
- Brain imaging suggests that some brain tissue can still be saved (e.g., a perfusion scan shows a small core and large area at risk, or collateral blood flow is good).
- You were independent before the stroke (able to do daily activities without help).
- You have not had major bleeding or a bleeding disorder that cannot be managed, and you are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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