Brain stem infarction

MONDO:0006686

Infarctions that occur in the brain stem which is comprised of the midbrain; pons; and medulla oblongata. There are several named syndromes characterized by their distinctive clinical manifestations and specific sites of ischemic injury.

Also known as: brain infarction of brainstem, brainstem brain infarction

61 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 21 tagged with Brain stem infarction itself.

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↑ Ischemic stroke (1094) ↑ Brain infarction (151)

Sub-types of Brain stem infarction

Lateral medullary syndrome 0 trials

Including sub-types (61) Tagged with Brain stem infarction (21)

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Magnetic zaps to the brain aim to restore arm movement in stroke survivors

Symptom relief Stopped early

This study tested whether a magnetic device (rTMS) placed on the scalp could help people who had a stroke regain movement in their arm. The trial planned to include 60 adults with recent ischemic stroke. However, the study was terminated early, so the results are not complete.

Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC

Brain stem infarction

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Magnetic zaps to the brain aim to restore arm movement in stroke survivors