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Hemorrhagic stroke
MONDO:1060199A stroke disorder caused by bleeding into the brain parenchyma or surrounding spaces. Hemorrhagic stroke includes intracerebral hemorrhage (bleeding within the brain tissue) and subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding in the space between the brain and the surrounding membrane).
Also known as: haemorrhagic stroke
545 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Intensive care protocol aims to tame brain hemorrhage in first critical hours
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates a 'maximal medical treatment' bundle for people with intracerebral hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain). The bundle includes rapid blood pressure control, reversal of blood thinners, and a drug to reduce bleeding, all delivered within the first 72 hours in a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise after stroke may shield brain from dementia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting a special exercise program soon after a stroke can protect the brain from memory loss and dementia. Researchers will enroll 120 people who had a stroke in the past 6 months. Participants will do a mix of exercises, and the study will measure chan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a heart drug save brains after a burst aneurysm?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving the drug milrinone directly into the brain's arteries, followed by a 72-hour IV drip, can prevent brain damage in people who develop artery spasms after a bleeding stroke from a burst aneurysm. The trial will enroll 306 adults across multiple hospi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Race against time: can surgery within hours save brain bleed patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether removing a brain bleed with a minimally invasive scope within hours of symptoms improves recovery. 300 adults with a specific type of brain bleed will be randomly assigned to either get the surgery plus standard care, or standard care alone. The study wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for bleeding stroke: can clevidipine save brains?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug clevidipine can lower blood pressure quickly and steadily in people having a bleeding stroke (intracerebral hemorrhage). High blood pressure can make the bleeding worse, so getting it under control fast is critical. The trial will compare clevidi…
Sponsor: Zeenat Qureshi Stroke Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stomach drug could shield heart patients from bleeding
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two stomach-acid-lowering drugs—tegoprazan and rabeprazole—in about 3,300 heart disease patients who take blood thinners and are at high risk for stomach bleeding. The goal is to see if tegoprazan works as well as rabeprazole at preventing serious gut problems…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Duk-Woo Park, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own stem cells heal your brain? new trial tests it
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether stem cells taken from a person's own bone marrow and then given back through the veins and nose can improve brain and nerve function. It includes 500 people with various conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and nerve damage. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MD Stem Cells • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device aims to seal brain aneurysms and prevent strokes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device called a flow modulator to treat wide-necked brain aneurysms. The device is placed inside the artery to redirect blood flow away from the aneurysm, helping it close off. Researchers will check if the device is safe and effective in 214 adults over 1…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: phenox Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug algorithm aims to quickly lower blood pressure in brain bleed patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a nicardipine infusion (a fast-acting blood pressure drug) can help more stroke patients with brain bleeding reach a safe blood pressure within one hour of arriving at the hospital. About 88 adults with acute intracerebral hemorrhage and high blood …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Gut bacteria boost may slash heart surgery recovery time
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a daily fiber and magnesium supplement (WellBiome) for 6-8 weeks before heart surgery can improve recovery. Researchers will compare ICU time, complications, and hospital stay between 80 patients who get the supplement or a placebo. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New pill combo aims to shield hearts in diabetes patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large phase 3 trial is testing whether adding vicadrostat to the existing drug empagliflozin can reduce the risk of heart problems in adults with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. About 11,800 participants will take either the combination or a placebo …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Virtual stroke units could bring expert care to more patients, study tests if they're as good as in-person units
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a new 'virtual stroke unit' approach to standard stroke unit care for people with a stroke who are not eligible for a clot removal procedure. The virtual unit uses video calls and monitoring equipment to let a specialist team at a main hospital help guide care…
Sponsor: Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Bladder thermometer may boost brain bleed recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a special bladder catheter that continuously measures body temperature can help guide treatment and improve recovery in people with severe brain bleeding. About 318 participants will be randomly assigned to either continuous bladder temperature moni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yanyan Gong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Heart drug pelacarsen tested for Long-Term safety in 5,700 patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term safety of the drug pelacarsen in people with high lipoprotein(a) and heart disease. About 5,700 participants who finished a previous pelacarsen trial will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects and heart events. The goal is to see if …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New stroke care program aims to cut complications and boost recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a nurse-led program called BEST CARE ICTUS_HC for adults hospitalized with acute stroke in hospitals without specialized stroke units. The program includes staff training, swallowing tests, and environmental adaptations to help with attention and safety. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Malaga • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could a common MS drug help stroke patients? new trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Diroximel Fumarate, a drug already used for multiple sclerosis, can reduce harmful brain swelling that often occurs after a hemorrhagic stroke. The swelling, called perihematomal edema, can worsen recovery. The trial will enroll 192 adults who have had a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New brain artery device under Real-World watch
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is tracking how well a device called NeVa VS works to open narrowed brain arteries in people who had a bleeding aneurysm. The device is already approved for this use, and researchers want to see how it performs in routine care. About 200 adults will be followed to meas…
Sponsor: Vesalio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New care bundle aims to save lives after brain hemorrhage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a structured care bundle—including rapid blood pressure control, reversal of blood thinners, and management of fever and blood sugar—can improve outcomes for people with a brain bleed. About 3500 adults in Sweden and Australia will receive either the care…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New app aims to bring heart care to rural patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a digital app called VIRTUES that provides educational resources and treatment recommendations for heart conditions like atrial fibrillation and heart failure. Researchers will enroll 2000 patients across 11 modules to see if the app is easy to use and helps…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a pill box and text messages keep stroke patients healthy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a tool called Savvy, which includes phone exercises, a weekly pill organizer, and text reminders, to help stroke survivors take their blood pressure medication as prescribed. Researchers will compare medication adherence and blood pressure control between those u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Shock and shake: new combo therapy aims to rebuild muscle after brain bleed
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving patients electrical muscle stimulation and high-protein shakes soon after a type of stroke (aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage) can prevent muscle loss and improve recovery. Thirty adults will receive the combo therapy or standard care. The main go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shield diabetic hearts from failure
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding baxdrostat to the standard drug dapagliflozin can better prevent heart failure and cardiovascular death in people with type 2 diabetes who already have heart disease and high blood pressure. About 11,300 participants will receive eithe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could a simple neck device help stroke patients survive?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve (a major nerve in the neck) to see if it is safe and helpful for people who have had a severe bleeding stroke called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. About 25 adults in the intensive care unit will rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New coiling technique aims to stop Re-Bleeding in severe brain aneurysms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new way to treat severe brain bleeds caused by aneurysms. Instead of coiling the whole aneurysm, doctors will only coil the dome (the bulging part). The goal is to see if this lowers the risk of re-bleeding and improves recovery. The study will enroll 30 adu…
Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a blood thinner prevent strokes in brain bleed survivors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two medicines—apixaban (a blood thinner) and aspirin—in people who have had a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage) and also have an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). The goal is to see which drug better prevents future strokes or death. About 700 pa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could an Iron-Removing pill protect the brain after a burst aneurysm?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug deferiprone can safely lower iron levels in the brain after a bleeding aneurysm. About 66 adults who had a ruptured aneurysm will receive either deferiprone or a placebo for 14 days. Researchers will measure iron in spinal fluid, brain MRI scans,…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a cystic fibrosis drug help brain bleed survivors walk again?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving dornase alfa (a drug already used for cystic fibrosis) daily for up to 14 days after a brain bleed from a ruptured aneurysm can help people recover better. The goal is to see if more patients can live independently at 6 months. The trial will enrol…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Smartwatch score aims to keep heart patients moving
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special activity score, calculated from heart rate data, can help people who have completed cardiac rehab stick to exercise guidelines. About 318 participants will wear a smartwatch for 4 months and do an exercise test at the end. Researchers will compa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New combo treatment aims to boost recovery after severe brain bleed
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting lumbar drainage and injecting the clot-busting drug urokinase early after a severe brain bleed improves patients' recovery. About 424 adults with a first-time severe aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage will be randomly assigned to get either the a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could vitamin d speed recovery from bleeding strokes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether high-dose vitamin D can help the body clear blood clots in the brain after a hemorrhagic stroke. Forty adults with a recent brain bleed will receive either vitamin D or standard care. Researchers will measure how fast the blood clot shrinks and chec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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AI-Assisted surgery aims to improve brain bleed recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two approaches for treating moderate brain hemorrhages: AI-assisted minimally invasive surgery to remove the clot versus standard medical care. About 680 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. The goal is to see which method leads to bett…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xiaolei Chen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Texting your way to a healthier heart: new study tests simple support after rehab
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether text messages can help people who have finished cardiac rehab keep up healthy habits like weight management, physical activity, and taking medications. Researchers will enroll 400 people from groups often left out of heart research. The study compares dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Brain bleed patients: could the right IV fluid save more lives?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at 320 adults who had a brain bleed (subarachnoid hemorrhage) to see if the type of IV fluid they receive affects their recovery. The goal is to find out if a fluid with a specific salt content can reduce dangerous complications like blood vessel spasms and brain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic help the brain heal after a stroke?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antibiotic minocycline can help people recover better after a spontaneous brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). About 1,200 adults who had a bleed within the last 48 hours will receive either minocycline or a placebo for a short time. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain bleed dilemma: statins – friend or foe?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial is testing whether people who have a brain hemorrhage (bleeding stroke) should continue or stop taking their statin medication. The study will follow 1,456 participants for years to see which strategy leads to fewer repeat bleeds or other serious events. It als…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a clotting protein be the first treatment for bleeding stroke?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a clotting drug called recombinant factor VIIa can improve outcomes for people having a hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). The drug is given within 2 hours of stroke onset. The study will enroll 350 adults aged 18-80. Half get the drug, h…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Joseph Broderick, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Sound waves could speed brain bleed recovery in stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive ultrasound device can safely help clear blood clots in the brain after a hemorrhagic stroke. About 86 adults with small-to-moderate brain bleeds will receive either standard care plus ultrasound or standard care alone. The main goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Could a rheumatoid arthritis drug help heal traumatic brain injuries?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether baricitinib, a drug used for arthritis, can help people recover from moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries that involve bleeding in the brain. About 100 adults will receive the drug or a placebo within 24 hours of injury. The main goal is to see if …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tang-Du Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Genetic test aims to get vets on statins and cut heart risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether genetic testing can help veterans at high risk for heart disease start and stick with statin medications. About 410 veterans aged 40-75 with diabetes or heart disease who are not currently taking statins will receive either a genetic report on their stati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New study tests whether community support teams boost stroke recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a team of community health workers, social workers, and nurses can help stroke survivors who face social challenges like food or housing insecurity. The team visits participants at home starting within 72 hours of hospital discharge, offering referrals, c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can a blood thinner or a device prevent strokes after a brain bleed?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) who have had a brain bleed. Doctors are unsure if blood thinners are safe for them. The trial compares two options: the blood thinner apixaban or a procedure to close a part of the heart (left atrial app…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Virtual buddies boost heart recovery for veterans
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding digital coaching to home-based cardiac rehabilitation helps veterans complete more rehab sessions and improve their heart health. 150 veterans with heart disease will be randomly assigned to standard home rehab or home rehab plus a private social m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could a flu drug help stroke patients recover?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether amantadine, a drug already used for flu and Parkinson's, can help people recover after a stroke. Sixty adults who had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke will receive either amantadine or a placebo for one month. Researchers will track side effects and meas…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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When to thin blood after brain bleed? new trial seeks answer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at 200 people who had a bleeding stroke caused by high blood pressure. Doctors want to know if starting blood thinners (heparin) early—within 2 days—or waiting until day 3 is safer and better at preventing blood clots in the legs or lungs. Participants get brain …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Ear device could cut brain bleed complications
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a small, handheld device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear (tVNS) is safe and practical for people recovering from a brain bleed (aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage). About 30 participants will receive either the real stimulation or a dummy versi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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Heart patients face dilemma: aspirin or not before colonoscopy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people at moderate risk for heart problems should continue or stop taking aspirin before a colonoscopy. About 2,500 participants will be randomly assigned to take either aspirin or a placebo for a few days around the procedure. The goal is to see which…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Common antibiotic could boost stroke recovery in major new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the antibiotic minocycline to standard stroke care can improve survival and reduce disability in adults who have had a moderate stroke. About 1,164 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either minocycline pills for five days plus usual …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Joyce Chen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Brain bleed breakthrough? new trial tests early surgery against standard care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether doing a small surgery early to remove blood from a deep brain bleed helps patients more than standard medical care. About 600 adults aged 18 to 70 with a specific type of brain bleed will take part. The goal is to see which approach leads to better rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could a common stroke drug speed up brain bleed recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether cilostazol, a drug already used for stroke prevention, can help the body clear blood clots from the brain after a hemorrhagic stroke. About 100 adults with a moderate brain bleed will receive either cilostazol plus standard care or standard care alone for…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New score could help stroke survivors get the right blood pressure pills faster
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a scoring tool (TRICH score) can help doctors decide which patients who had a bleeding stroke should start three blood pressure medicines right away. The goal is to quickly lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of another stroke. About 140 adults in Ho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New minimally invasive procedure could change outcomes for bleeding stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares standard medical care to a new, less invasive surgery for people with a severe bleeding stroke. The surgery uses a small tube to drain the blood clot and delivers clot-busting medicine directly into the brain. Researchers want to see if this approach helps pat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug prevent strokes after brain bleed?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called tocilizumab-aazg in 30 adults who have had a burst brain aneurysm. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and might help prevent strokes that can happen after the bleeding. Participants will receive the drug within 24 hours of the aneurysm rupture a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Could a $4 pill slash stroke risk after brain surgery? new trial aims to find out.
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking atorvastatin (a cholesterol-lowering drug) before and after a brain stent procedure can prevent strokes and other serious events. About 354 adults with brain aneurysms will be randomly assigned to receive either atorvastatin or a placebo. The goal …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Duan Chuanzhi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Nerve swap may restore movement in stroke-paralyzed arms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a surgery that moves a nerve from the neck to help people with arm weakness after a stroke. It is for those whose arm has not improved with rehab. The goal is to see if the surgery can improve arm movement and control.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Robot surgeons take on strokes: a new hope for brain bleed patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a robot to help remove large blood clots in the brain (from a hemorrhagic stroke) leads to better recovery than standard surgery. About 198 adults with a large basal ganglia hemorrhage will be randomly assigned to robot-assisted or traditional surge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can a home-modification program keep stroke patients out of nursing homes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two programs for people recovering from a stroke who are leaving inpatient rehab to go home. Half of the 520 participants will get a standard stroke education program, while the other half will get a program that helps modify their home environment. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New device aims to gently suck out brain clots without major surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry tracks 500 adults with a large brain bleed who undergo a minimally invasive procedure using the Aurora Surgiscope. The device helps surgeons see and remove the clot through a small opening. The main goal is to see if the procedure can reduce the clot to less than 15…
Sponsor: Integra LifeSciences Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Money and veggies: a recipe for heart health?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called CVD-FIT for African American adults who struggle to afford food and are at risk for heart disease. Participants get monthly income support, weekly incentives to buy healthy food, and phone-based education on heart health. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Could a back drain save brain bleed patients from a lifetime shunt?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at people who have a brain bleed that also fills the fluid spaces inside the brain, causing dangerous pressure. Normally, doctors place a drain in the head to remove fluid. This trial adds a second drain in the lower back to see if it helps patients recover bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New hope for brain bleed: smarter use of a common drug may prevent worsening
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug tranexamic acid can prevent brain bleed expansion in people with a type of stroke called intracerebral hemorrhage. The researchers are using new criteria to select patients most likely to benefit, based on bleed location and size. About 70 adults…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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One-Stop stroke care could save minutes and lives
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether doing brain scans and clot-removal procedures in the same room speeds up treatment for severe strokes. About 390 patients with suspected large-vessel blockages will be randomly assigned to either the usual two-room process or a one-room approach. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Prof. Dr. Jan Liman • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Can a common drug stop brain bleeds? major trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large, phase 4 trial tests whether tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, can improve outcomes for people with a bleeding stroke. About 3400 adults will receive either the drug or standard care within 4.5 hours of symptoms. The main goal is to see if it reduces death…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Christian Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, India • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Boston study tests free AC and power subsidies to protect seniors from heat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving air conditioners and a $100 electricity subsidy to older adults in Boston neighborhoods can reduce heat stress, heat strain, and related health problems. One hundred participants aged 55-95 who don't have AC will be randomly assigned to receiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Ear-Zapping device could tame brain swelling after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can help people recovering from a brain bleed. The device is placed on the left ear and delivers mild electrical pulses for 30 minutes, twice a day, for 10 days. Researchers will measure brain swelling an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New hospital protocol aims to save lives after brain bleeds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a dedicated care protocol for non-traumatic brain hemorrhage can reduce death and disability. Researchers will track 600 patients admitted to a French hospital, comparing outcomes before and after the protocol is introduced. The goal is to see if early, e…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Robot brain surgery trial aims to boost recovery after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an AI-guided robotic system can improve outcomes for people with a moderate brain bleed (basal ganglia hemorrhage). About 330 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the AI-assisted minimally invasive surgery or standard care. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Robot surgeons take on brain bleeds in major new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large trial is testing whether AI-guided robotic surgery can improve outcomes for people with a hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). The study will compare this new, less invasive technique to standard surgery or medical management. Researchers hope the robotic approa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a smartphone app prevent second strokes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if a mobile health app can help people who had a bleeding stroke better control their blood pressure. About 140 participants will use the app to track their numbers and get health tips. The goal is to see if the app helps more people reach safe blood pressure lev…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New microcatheter aims to improve brain bleed treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new microcatheter device (Aristotle 14 guidewire and Plato 17 microcatheter) for treating chronic subdural hematoma, a type of brain bleed. About 100 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the new device or the surgeon's usual choice. Researchers will comp…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Ear zap may tame brain bleed inflammation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can reduce inflammation and improve recovery in people who have had a spontaneous brain bleed (subarachnoid hemorrhage). Fifty participants will receive either real or sham stimulation. Resea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anna Huguenard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Could a common steroid help brain bleed survivors walk again?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a steroid pill called fludrocortisone can reduce death and disability in people who have had a brain bleed from a burst aneurysm. The trial will enroll 524 critically ill adults who have had their aneurysm secured. Half will receive the drug, half a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The George Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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HIV heart risk targeted: new drug trial aims to quiet arterial inflammation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether bempedoic acid, a cholesterol-lowering drug, can reduce artery inflammation and improve heart health in people with HIV. About 121 adults aged 40 and older with well-controlled HIV and at least one heart disease risk factor will receive either the drug or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Priscilla Hsue, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New brain bleed treatment shows promise in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to treat a serious type of brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). It compares standard medical care to a minimally invasive procedure that uses a small tube to drain the blood clot and deliver a clot-busting drug (tenecteplase). The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can an Iron-Binding drug protect the brain after a severe stroke?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether deferoxamine, a drug that binds excess iron, can reduce brain injury after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH), a severe stroke with high death and disability rates. About 120 participants will receive one of two doses of deferoxamine or a p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Aditya S. Pandey, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New study tests less invasive surgery for severe brain bleeds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a less invasive surgery can help people with a deep brain bleed recover better than standard medical care. Researchers will follow 300 adults for 180 days to see who has better survival and daily function. The goal is to find a safer, more effective tr…
Sponsor: Huynh Quoc Huy • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New stitch study aims to improve healing after brain surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a special type of stitch (STRATAFIX) already approved by the FDA for closing wounds after brain or spine surgery. Researchers want to see if it helps wounds heal better and with fewer problems. About 160 adults having brain or spine surgery will take part. The…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Brain bleed breakthrough? new device flushes blood away
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called IRRAflow that continuously washes out blood from the brain after a hemorrhage. It involves 250 adults with brain bleeds and compares the device to standard drainage. The goal is to see if it clears blood faster and improves recovery at 6 months.
Sponsor: Christopher P Kellner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New brain bleed surgery could save lives and reduce disability
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new, less invasive surgery to remove blood clots from the brain after a severe stroke caused by bleeding. The surgery is done within 8 hours of symptoms starting. About 240 adults with large brain bleeds will be randomly assigned to either this surgery or stand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Melbourne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Cuff therapy could boost brain recovery after hemorrhage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a simple, non-invasive treatment called remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) for people who have had a brain bleed from a burst aneurysm. The treatment involves briefly inflating a blood pressure cuff on a limb to improve blood flow and reduce brain damage. Researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Simple baby exercises may boost brain development in preemies
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether early physiotherapy, taught to parents, can improve movement and development in babies at risk for problems like cerebral palsy. Fifty infants from the NICU will be randomly assigned to get either the special program or standard care. Researchers will mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can group support and home monitoring tame Post-Stroke blood pressure?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways to help stroke survivors control their blood pressure: home monitoring alone versus home monitoring plus group medical visits. High blood pressure is the leading cause of a second stroke, so the goal is to find a better method to keep blood pressure i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could a blood pressure cuff boost brain recovery after aneurysm surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive treatment called remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) can help people recover after surgery for a ruptured brain aneurysm. RIC involves using a blood pressure cuff on the leg to create brief, harmless blood flow interruptions, which may trigg…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:12 UTC
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Heart drug could shield brain after bleeding stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether levosimendan, a heart medication that widens blood vessels, can reduce dangerous artery spasms and delayed brain injury after a type of bleeding stroke called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. Thirty adults in intensive care will receive either …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:54 UTC
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Spinal injection may prevent brain damage after aneurysm
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting the drug nicardipine into the spinal fluid can improve recovery in people who develop blood vessel spasms after a brain aneurysm bleed. About 396 adults aged 18–80 will receive either the drug or a sham procedure. The goal is to see if the treat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Affiliated Hospital Of Guizhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Could stroke patients on blood thinners finally get clot-busting treatment?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether clot-busting drugs (alteplase or tenecteplase) are safe and effective for stroke patients who have taken a blood thinner (FXa inhibitor) in the last 48 hours. Current guidelines avoid this treatment due to bleeding concerns, but new evidence suggests it m…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Guri Hagberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:12 UTC
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New hope for AF patients: device may replace blood thinners after brain bleed
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether closing a small pouch in the heart (the left atrial appendage) with a device is safer and as effective as long-term blood thinners for people with atrial fibrillation who have already had a brain bleed. About 530 participants will be randomly assigned to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:50 UTC
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Wearable bracelet could alert stroke patients within 3 hours
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial tests a wearable bracelet called Stroke Alarm that detects when a stroke causes arm weakness. People aged 50 and older with certain high-risk conditions (like recent mini-stroke, atrial fibrillation, or artery disease) wear the device for 3 months. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to speed up stroke diagnosis with a simple spit or blood test
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is looking for markers in blood and saliva that can quickly tell if a person is having a stroke, and what kind. Researchers will collect samples from 650 adults with suspected stroke within 24 hours of symptoms. The goal is to develop a fast, accurate test to help emer…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a simple ultrasound replace costly CT scans after brain bleed surgery?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to check for bleeding after stroke surgery using a special ultrasound through a clear skull implant. It aims to see if this method is as accurate as a CT scan, which is the current standard but is expensive and time-consuming. About 25 adults who had a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Smart mattress could track your heartbeat while you sleep
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a special mattress that can measure heart rate, breathing, temperature, and body position without touching the patient. It is designed for people with heart disease who are in the hospital. The goal is to see if this wireless system works as well as standard…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New blood test could speed up stroke diagnosis and save lives
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a rapid blood test that can tell if a stroke is caused by bleeding or a clot, using a protein called GFAP. Researchers will test this in 527 adults with suspected stroke at the hospital. The goal is to help doctors start the right treatment faster, espec…
Sponsor: Shanghai East Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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AI and blood tests aim to predict brain damage before it happens
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether machine learning and special brain injury markers in blood and spinal fluid can warn doctors early when a patient with a brain bleed is developing delayed cerebral ischemia (lack of oxygen to the brain). Researchers will monitor 1,500 adults in inten…
Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Could a simple ultrasound replace brain CT scans for ICU patients?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new ultrasound device called SYLVER can measure blood flow in the brain as accurately as the standard CT scan. It involves 50 ICU patients with brain injuries or bleeding. If it works, doctors could monitor brain health at the bedside without movin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Resolve Stroke • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Finger test could spot hidden heart trouble
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study checks if a quick, non-invasive finger test (QuantaFlo HD) can detect early signs of heart dysfunction. Researchers will compare the finger test results with standard heart ultrasound measurements in 600 adults who have risk factors like high blood pressure or diabetes…
Sponsor: Semler Scientific • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Ambulance EEG could cut stroke treatment delays by an hour
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a portable EEG device called StrokePointer that ambulance crews can use to detect severe strokes caused by large vessel blockages. Currently, over half of these patients are taken to hospitals that cannot perform the needed clot-removal procedure, causing an aver…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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One-Dose antibiotic could slash ventilator pneumonia deaths in brain injury patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a single dose of a common antibiotic soon after a breathing tube is placed can prevent lung infections and improve survival in ICU patients with severe brain injuries. Researchers will enroll 3,300 adults on ventilators due to stroke, trauma, or la…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The George Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Mouthwash and antibiotics may stop deadly lung infection after stroke
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether intensive oral hygiene combined with antibiotics can prevent pneumonia in people who have had a brain hemorrhage. About 440 adults with small to medium bleeds will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or enhanced mouth care plus antibiotic…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Could probiotics stop ventilator pneumonia? new trial aims to find out
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving probiotics (LactoLevure) to ICU patients on ventilators can prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia. The trial will enroll 186 adults with head injury, stroke, or brain hemorrhage. Patients receive probiotic or placebo capsules twice daily for 30 d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bari • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could a simple artery shot replace opioids for Post-Brain bleed headaches?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether injecting lidocaine and methylprednisolone into the middle meningeal artery can reduce severe headaches after a subarachnoid hemorrhage (a type of brain bleed). The procedure is done during a routine angiogram and aims to lower pain and opioid use…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Daniel Raper, MBBS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stroke survivors: adding exercise to botox may improve arm function and quality of life
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a regular exercise program can improve the benefits of botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for arm stiffness after a stroke. About 70 stroke survivors with arm spasticity will receive Botox and then be randomly assigned to either a prescribed exercise r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Rehabilitation Institute, Republic of Slovenia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple toilet training may ease Post-Stroke bladder problems
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at urinary problems in people recovering from a stroke. Researchers compare patients with and without bladder issues and test two simple behavioral approaches: for those with thinking difficulties, training to go to the toilet immediately when they feel the urge;…
Sponsor: University Rehabilitation Institute, Republic of Slovenia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart surgery patients test app to boost recovery before going under the knife
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a smartphone app designed to help people prepare for heart surgery through exercise, nutrition tips, and telehealth check-ins. About 40 adults awaiting surgery will either use the app or receive standard care. Researchers want to see if the app is easy to use, ac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Claire Hines • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Stitch showdown: which suture keeps groin wounds safer?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two different stitch materials (PDS and Vicryl) for closing groin incisions after planned vascular surgery. About 259 adults will be randomly assigned to one stitch type or the other. The goal is to see which material leads to fewer wound problems.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Nasal spray could replace opioids for Post-Aneurysm headaches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a numbing nasal spray can safely reduce severe headaches after a brain aneurysm bleed. About 20 adults in the ICU will receive the spray along with standard pain meds. Researchers will compare pain levels and opioid use before and after treatment to see i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Wright State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Brain aneurysm survivors may recover faster with dual Mind-Body training
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether early training that combines thinking tasks with physical movement can help people recover cognitive and motor skills after a brain aneurysm bleed. The training is done 4-5 times a week for 30 minutes while in the hospital. Researchers will measure memory…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could a stroke drug wake up the brain? small study aims to find out.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether a drug called cerebrolysin can help people who have been unconscious for over a month after a hemorrhagic stroke. Twelve adults aged 19 to 80 will receive either the drug or a placebo daily for two weeks. Researchers will measure changes in co…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Konkuk University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Hospital walking program aims to fight frailty in heart patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily movement program led by a kinesiologist can reduce frailty in 60 hospitalized heart patients. Frailty makes people weaker and more likely to have longer hospital stays or be readmitted. The program encourages simple activities like standing, walki…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université de Sherbrooke • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New support program aims to boost CPAP use in stroke rehab
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether extra support—like personalized mask fitting, monthly phone calls, and a tracking app—helps stroke patients with sleep apnea use their CPAP machine more consistently during rehab. About 250 participants will be randomly assigned to either this intensive s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Heart patients get a sleep and stress boost in rehab trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a program that targets sleep and stress (called RESST) to standard cardiac rehabilitation helps heart patients recover better. About 200 adults with heart conditions who also have poor sleep or high stress will take part. Researchers will measure s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Shocking the brain back to sight: new stroke vision trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new rehabilitation method for people who lost part of their vision after a stroke. It combines gentle electrical brain stimulation with visual exercises, sometimes using virtual reality, to try to speed up recovery of sight in the blind area. The study involves…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Brain wave training shows promise for early stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using EEG neurofeedback — a way to train brain activity — can improve arm movement in people who recently had a stroke. Forty adults with a stroke within the past three weeks will either get real or fake (sham) neurofeedback, plus standard rehab. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Tailored brain zaps show promise for stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized form of brain stimulation (tDCS) can help people who had a stroke more than 3 months ago regain arm movement. Researchers will use brain scans to tailor the stimulation to each person and measure changes in brain connectivity and motor func…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Could a simple nerve zap boost stroke rehab?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive nerve stimulation (taVNS) combined with occupational therapy can improve arm movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 60 participants will receive the stimulation during therapy sessions. The goal is to see if this approac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Brain zaps + treadmill: new combo therapy aims to rewire Stroke-Damaged brains
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the brain, combined with walking and thinking exercises, can improve movement and thinking in people who have had a stroke. Sixty adults who had a stroke between 2 weeks and 5 years ago will participate. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mahidol University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested for stroke patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic substance, is safe for people who had a stroke at least a year ago. Researchers will monitor blood pressure and other vital signs in 20 participants. The goal is to see if psilocybin can help with lingering symptoms like weakness…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New app aims to put rehab strategies in Patients' hands
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a web-based app called IAMABLE that provides evidence-based rehabilitation strategies for people with chronic conditions like heart disease, arthritis, or neurological disorders. Fifty adults aged 45 to 75 will use the app for 4 months to set goals and learn abou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can a High-Tech moxibustion help stroke patients with constipation?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a special type of electronic moxibustion, based on the Ziwu Liuzhu theory, can help stroke patients who have constipation. Researchers will compare using this moxibustion alone versus combining it with ear acupressure. The goal is to see which approach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can a phone therapy boost recovery after a heart attack?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of talk therapy called Behavioral Activation, delivered via home-based telehealth, can improve social functioning and mood in veterans recently discharged from the hospital for a heart condition. About 132 veterans with depression will receive eith…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Artery infusion could replace opioids for brain bleed headaches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if delivering lidocaine (a numbing medicine) and steroids directly into an artery in the scalp can safely relieve the intense headaches that follow a type of brain bleed called subarachnoid hemorrhage. The goal is to reduce pain and the need for strong opioid pai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Scalp block may cut opioid use for brain bleed headaches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a scalp block (a numbing injection) can reduce severe headaches in patients who have had a brain aneurysm rupture. About 22 adults in intensive care will receive either standard care plus the scalp block or standard care alone. The goal is to see if the b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hamad Medical Corporation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Women-Only heart rehab may boost attendance and health
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a women-only cardiac rehabilitation program to the standard mixed-gender program for women with heart disease. Sixty women aged 40-80 will attend 36 sessions over 12 weeks, with extra women-focused education. Researchers will measure attendance, completion rat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Nerve block may ease headaches after brain bleeding, reduce opioid use
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a nerve block (sphenopalatine ganglion block) given through the nose to treat severe headaches after a type of brain bleed called subarachnoid hemorrhage. About 40 adults with a secured aneurysm will receive either the block plus standard pain meds or standard me…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Brain-Computer device aims to restore swallowing and speech after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether a brain-computer interface combined with electrical stimulation can improve swallowing difficulties and language problems in people who had a stroke at least three months ago. Ten participants will use the device for hand rehabilitation while …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VASCage GmbH • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Nerve block may ease headaches after brain bleed, reduce opioid use
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a nerve block injection near the cheek can relieve severe headaches after a brain bleed (subarachnoid hemorrhage). The injection contains a numbing medicine and a steroid. The goal is to see if it reduces the need for opioid painkillers. About 195 adults …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Robots vs. standard rehab: can tech boost stroke recovery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares robot-assisted training to standard physical therapy for people who have had a stroke and still have moderate-to-severe movement problems. Forty participants who are 6-24 months post-stroke will be randomly assigned to one of two training programs. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Can mindfulness lower heart risk in older HIV patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called One-Mind One-Heart that combines mindfulness and behavior change skills to help older adults with HIV reduce stress and improve heart health. The program includes text messages and covers topics like physical activity, diet, and substance use. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Simple change in injection technique could spare heart patients pain and bruising
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a standardized, step-by-step protocol for giving blood thinner injections (low-molecular-weight heparin) can reduce bruising and pain in heart patients. About 180 patients in cardiac care units will be randomly assigned to receive injections either by the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:22 UTC
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AI heart scanner put to the test on 200,000 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry study will enroll 200,000 high-risk cardiac patients to see how well an AI platform called Willem can detect heart problems from standard ECGs. The AI's readings will be compared to expert cardiologist diagnoses, but the AI results won't be shared with doctors, so p…
Sponsor: Idoven 1903 S.L. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive brain injury study aims to unlock secrets of recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 5000 people admitted to a neuro-intensive care unit with life-threatening brain conditions like bleeding in the brain or severe seizures. Researchers collect medical data and biological samples to better understand how brain injuries progress and what factors h…
Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunting for hidden triggers of bleeding strokes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover genetic and environmental risk factors for hemorrhagic stroke, a type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain. Researchers will analyze DNA, RNA, and blood samples from 1,000 adults who have had such a stroke, comparing them to healthy controls. By id…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unravel mysteries of blood clots and vessel disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how diseases related to blood clots, the immune system, and blood vessels start and change over time. Researchers will enroll up to 1,000 people aged 5 and older, including those with these conditions, their healthy relatives, and healthy volun…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart study seeks 5,000 volunteers to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about heart and blood vessel diseases by observing people who have them or are at risk. Researchers will collect samples and perform tests like imaging and stress tests on up to 5,000 participants, including healthy volunteers and relatives of affect…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI clues could predict brain bleed worsening
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at MRI scans of 128 people who have had a brain hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain). Researchers want to see if a specific contrast pattern called a 'spot sign' can help predict which bleeds might get worse. By understanding these patterns, doctors hope to identif…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart database aims to unlock secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a large database of about 12,000 people with and without heart disease. Researchers collect medical information and blood samples to analyze factors that influence heart conditions like coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke. The goal is to better u…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pandemic prescribing: were older heart patients given dangerous drugs?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at medical records of 1,000 older heart patients in Russia to see if they were prescribed potentially harmful medications during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers will use a medical database to count how often these risky prescriptions happened and check for dan…
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Cleveland clinic launches massive biorepository to unlock secrets of heart disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large collection of blood, urine, stool, and heart tissue samples from 10,000 people with and without heart or metabolic conditions. The goal is to store these samples along with medical information to speed up future research into what causes these disea…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Heart surgery Patients' diet check could cut ICU stays
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether simple nutritional checks before heart surgery can predict how well patients recover. Researchers will give 250 patients questionnaires, blood and urine tests, and measure grip strength and body composition. They will then see if these measures are l…
Sponsor: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of rare vascular diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting medical data and biological samples from people with genetic conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand these diseases, improve diagnosis, and lay the groundwork for future t…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Major stroke study aims to unlock secrets of brain attacks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for adults 18 and older who have had a stroke or a transient ischemic attack (TIA), often called a mini-stroke. The goal is to collect information from standard medical tests and some extra research tests, like blood draws and brain scans, to better understand how t…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Community health check: can better care improve lives?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with type 2 diabetes, COPD, or heart disease who join a health program in Halsnaes Municipality improve their physical function and well-being. About 194 adults will be tracked before and after the program using tests and questionnaires. The goa…
Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Electric jolts may retrain stroke-damaged arms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a technique that uses electrical stimulation to help stroke survivors improve arm movement. The idea is to correct mismatched sensory signals between vision and body awareness, which can interfere with motor learning. Only 3 people with chronic stroke…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sungkyunkwan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Pneumonia's hidden heart risk: new study tracks Long-Term damage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people who had hospital-acquired pneumonia to see how it affects their heart and lungs over 18 months. Researchers will take blood samples, swabs, and perform heart and lung tests to understand the link between pneumonia and later cardiovascular problems li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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2000 coma patients tracked to unlock recovery secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 2000 adults who are in a coma or have disorders of consciousness after serious brain injuries like stroke, cardiac arrest, or trauma. Researchers collect medical records and later interview survivors or their caregivers about physical and emotional recovery. No…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New MRI scan could spot heart problems earlier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a comprehensive MRI scan to see if it can better diagnose different heart conditions. Researchers will scan 2,000 adults with suspected or confirmed heart disease. The goal is to create a standard imaging method that improves early detection and risk predict…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Spinal fluid test may predict dangerous brain vessel spasms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether levels of nitric oxide in spinal fluid can predict dangerous blood vessel spasms after a type of brain bleed called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Researchers will compare nitric oxide levels in 40 patients with and without this condition. The goal is to fin…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Virtual reality boosts stroke recovery? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding immersive virtual reality (VR) to standard physical therapy helps people who recently had a stroke regain arm movement and improve quality of life. Researchers will also look at blood markers and genes that might predict recovery. About 120 adults …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut d'Investigació Biomèdica de Girona Dr. Josep Trueta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New bedside tool could cut unnecessary brain scans in seniors after falls
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a simple bedside tool called the Falls Decision Rule to help emergency doctors decide whether older adults (65+) need a brain scan after a fall. Researchers will check if the tool accurately identifies who has a serious brain bleed and who does not. The goal…
Sponsor: Dr. Kerstin de Wit • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Lung germ shifts may predict pneumonia in brain surgery ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowAfter brain surgery, many patients need a breathing machine in the ICU. This study will follow 220 such patients to see how the natural bacteria in their lungs change over time. Researchers will collect airway samples and use advanced lab tests to link those changes to the risk o…
Sponsor: Jian-Xin Zhou • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Scientists Fine-Tune Clot-Busting drug for brain hemorrhage in the lab
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses blood samples from over 1,100 people to create artificial clots in the lab, mimicking brain hemorrhages. Researchers test a modified clot-busting drug (rtPA) to find the best dose for different bleeding risks. The goal is to improve clot removal and guide future t…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New stroke protocol aims to cut critical transfer delays
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new set of procedures called the HI-SPEED Protocol, designed to help hospitals evaluate stroke patients faster and decide who needs to be transferred for advanced care. The goal is to reduce the time patients spend in the first hospital before being moved to a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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AI crystal ball: can computers predict your next disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can predict if someone will develop one of five common diseases: diabetes, heart disease, breast cancer, back pain, or arthritis. Researchers will collect health data from 1,000 adults aged 30 to 60, including medical records,…
Sponsor: Jae Yong Jeon, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Brain activity clues may predict waking up after stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 150 patients who are unresponsive after a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). Researchers use EEG to detect hidden brain activity when patients are asked to imagine moving. The goal is to see if this activity can predict who will regain consciousness and h…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Heart MRI reveals how weight loss and exercise reshape the heart
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced heart MRI to see how bariatric surgery and cardiac rehabilitation change the heart's structure and function. Researchers will scan 150 adults before and 6-12 months after these metabolic treatments. The goal is to understand how the heart adapts to these …
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New MRI technique could spot hidden heart damage early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will use a new type of cardiac MRI to look at the heart's microscopic structure in 1,000 people—both healthy volunteers and those with various heart conditions. The goal is to see if this advanced imaging can detect early signs of heart damage better than standard test…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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AI could revolutionize bleeding stroke diagnosis and prognosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create an artificial intelligence (AI) model to help doctors diagnose and predict recovery for people with a bleeding stroke (spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage). The researchers will use brain scans and other data from 7,100 patients to train the AI. The goa…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Massive brain bleed study aims to unlock better treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is gathering information from 10,000 people who have had a spontaneous brain hemorrhage. Researchers will collect medical history, brain scans, and blood samples to better understand the condition and find clues that help predict recovery. The goal is to improve how do…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New brain monitor could help ICU patients stay calm and aware
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, non-invasive brain monitor (Neurosteer) in 100 ICU patients who are on breathing machines and sedatives. The monitor is a small device placed on the forehead that measures brain activity. Researchers want to see if it can accurately track levels of se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New scanner prototypes aim to improve brain bleed surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests two new Siemens imaging prototypes during minimally invasive surgery to remove brain bleeds. The tools aim to detect leftover bleeding and measure blood flow in the brain. Researchers will compare the prototype images with standard CT scans to see if they are use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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5,000 patients enrolled to build brain bleed prediction tool
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 5,000 people who had a brain bleed from a ruptured aneurysm. Researchers are collecting medical data to find factors that predict complications like delayed brain injury or long-term disability. The goal is to create a computer model that helps doctors fore…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New brain scanner could predict recovery in coma patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new brain scanning method called fNIRS to see if it can predict recovery in unconscious ICU patients with severe stroke or brain injury. Researchers will compare fNIRS results with standard tests in 30 patients and healthy volunteers. If successful, fNIRS could…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emanuela Keller • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Massive korean registry to unlock secrets of heart and stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a huge database of up to 800,000 Korean patients with heart or brain vascular disease. By tracking their health over many years, researchers hope to understand the unique patterns and risk factors in this population. The goal is to create a platform that ca…
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Blood thinner danger: study probes hidden brain bleeds in stroke patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,875 people who have had an ischemic stroke and are taking blood thinners to prevent another one. Researchers use MRI scans to see if these medications increase the risk of tiny brain bleeds or major bleeding. The goal is to help doctors choose safer treatment…
Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Massive heart biobank aims to unlock secrets of aortic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large biobank of blood, DNA, plasma, and tissue samples from 15,000 people with and without heart and aortic diseases. Researchers will use this information to better understand conditions like aortic aneurysm, heart failure, and bicuspid aortic valve. Th…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New MRI study aims to sharpen heart imaging and check for gadolinium traces
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop better MRI methods for imaging the heart and brain, and to describe heart diseases using these new techniques. It will also investigate whether gadolinium, a common MRI contrast agent, stays in the body long after use. Up to 5,000 healthy volunteers and…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Gut check: could your microbiome predict a stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether an imbalance in gut bacteria is linked to stroke risk and recovery in young adults (ages 18-45). Researchers will analyze stool and blood samples from 60 stroke patients to find patterns that could help predict strokes earlier. The goal is to understan…
Sponsor: Shanghai 6th People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain swelling after stroke: could it be a key target for better recovery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how swelling around a brain bleed affects recovery in 500 stroke patients. Researchers will use MRI scans and blood tests to understand the swelling's role. The goal is to find new ways to treat this devastating type of stroke.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Magnesium levels may influence brain recovery after stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether low magnesium in the blood is linked to memory, attention, and other thinking problems after a stroke. Researchers will measure magnesium levels and give cognitive tests to 80 stroke patients over several weeks. The goal is to understand if magnesium d…
Sponsor: BDH-Klinik Hessisch Oldendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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100,000-Patient heart MRI study aims to unlock secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will use advanced heart MRI scans on up to 100,000 people with known or suspected heart disease. The goal is to learn how these scans can help doctors better understand, diagnose, and treat different heart conditions. Researchers will track participants' health over ti…
Sponsor: Dipan Shah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Nighttime blue light filter may boost heart surgery recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether filtering out blue light at night in hospital rooms can reduce inflammation, protect thinking skills, and improve mood and sleep in 80 adults having elective heart surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to wear blue-blocking glasses or regular…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Zapping the brain after stroke: new study tests if electrical currents can reboot movement
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the brain (tACS) can improve hand movement in people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. Researchers will use brain scans and EEG to see how the stimulation changes brain activity. 45 participants (including hea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Blood thinner head injury study aims to reduce unnecessary brain scans
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is developing a checklist to help doctors decide when it's safe to skip a CT scan for head injuries in patients taking blood thinners. Researchers will study 4,000 emergency department patients to find out which symptoms or signs reliably rule out serious brain bleedin…
Sponsor: Dr. Kerstin de Wit • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Heart tissue bank aims to unlock secrets of childhood heart disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a large collection of blood, tissue, and medical information from up to 5,000 people with or at risk for pediatric heart disease. Researchers will use these samples to better understand the disease and find new ways to diagnose or treat it in the future. Partic…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Massive study aims to predict brain surgery success
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is gathering information from 4500 people who have or will have brain surgery for conditions like aneurysms, tumors, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease. The goal is to find patterns that help doctors predict how well someone will recover. By standardizing how outcomes a…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Brain injury Patients' breathing patterns under study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at adults with serious brain injuries from stroke, trauma, or bleeding who need a breathing machine. Researchers want to see if certain machine settings are linked to how severe the brain injury is. About 19 people will take part, and no new treatments are being …
Sponsor: Ramos Mejía Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a simple questionnaire predict who will follow their treatment?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a tool called B-COMPASS that uses a 22-question survey to predict whether people will follow their prescribed treatments. Researchers will enroll 3100 adults with cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, nerve, cancer, or rare diseases across Europe. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Technical University of Madrid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold key to better heart surgery recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving probiotics after heart surgery can improve recovery by changing the bacteria in the gut. Researchers will measure certain chemicals in the blood that come from gut bacteria. The trial involves 30 adults scheduled for heart surgery, who will re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fu Jen Catholic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Massive data collection aims to improve stroke care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a registry that collects detailed information from 1000 adults who have had a spontaneous subarachnoid hemorrhage, a type of stroke. Researchers will analyze treatments and outcomes to find what works best. No new treatments are being tested; the goal is to learn fr…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Blood samples could reveal hidden heart risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood samples from 1500 adults at risk for heart disease to discover new biomarkers that can predict future heart attacks, strokes, or blocked leg arteries. Participants are seen at a specialized prevention center and provide samples and health data at the sta…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Sugar levels in spinal fluid may predict shunt need after brain bleed
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at 160 people who had a ruptured brain aneurysm and need a temporary drain. Researchers will measure glucose in their spinal fluid and blood daily for up to 14 days. The goal is to see if higher glucose levels are linked to needing a permanent shunt later. P…
Sponsor: Isabel Hostettler • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Scientists probe lung damage after brain hemorrhage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with a brain bleed (subarachnoid hemorrhage) develop lung injury. Researchers will measure hyaluronic acid and inflammation markers in lung fluid and blood from 24 patients. The goal is to understand the link and find better ways to diagnose an…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Brain bleed shape may predict recovery, new study hopes to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 1000 adults with brain hemorrhage to see if the shape of the blood clot (hematoma) early on can predict whether the bleeding will get worse. Researchers will also compare different treatments to find the best approach. The goal is to improve recovery and reduc…
Sponsor: The Affiliated Hospital Of Guizhou Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New stroke algorithm aims to save rural lives
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a new, data-driven method for emergency responders to decide which hospital to take a stroke patient to, versus the current standard method. The goal is to see if the new approach helps rural patients get to a hospital that can perform specialized clot-removal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Temple University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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One scan, two measurements: new PET method could simplify heart imaging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single PET tracer (FDG) can measure both blood flow and sugar use in the heart, instead of needing two separate tracers. Researchers will compare results from FDG with a dedicated flow tracer in 60 healthy adults and people with heart disease. The goal …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Heart-Brain link explored in brain injury patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how heart function relates to recovery in people with severe traumatic brain injury or brain bleeding. Researchers will collect data from routine monitoring and follow up with 50 adults 6 months after hospital discharge. The goal is to better understand the co…
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New stroke registry aims to unlock secrets of brain damage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, clots, and tissue from up to 1000 people having procedures for stroke or other blood vessel problems in the brain. Researchers will analyze these samples to find biological markers and understand inflammation. The goal is to learn more about how stroke …
Sponsor: Justin Fraser • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Blood particle study could reveal new clues for aneurysm diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study looks at proteins in tiny particles called extracellular vesicles from the blood of 120 people with brain aneurysms. Researchers will collect blood from different areas of the circulatory system during surgery to compare protein patterns. The goal is to f…
Sponsor: The First Hospital of Jilin University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Heart-to-Heart: a new program aims to boost cardiac rehab in Low-Income patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called Heart-to-Heart, where community health workers help low-income patients make informed choices about cardiac rehab after a heart event. About 50 adults from Johns Hopkins Hospital will take part. The goal is to see if the program is practical and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict health decline in elderly patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if blood markers for Alzheimer's and brain injury can help predict death and hospital readmission in older patients. Researchers will follow 400 hospitalized seniors, including those with neurological issues or dementia. The goal is to develop a tool that u…
Sponsor: Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Caregiver vs. therapist: who sets better stroke rehab goals?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether caregivers' expectations for stroke patients' recovery match what physical therapists think is achievable. Researchers will compare goals set by caregivers and therapists for 58 subacute stroke patients. The aim is to improve how rehabilitation goals a…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Stroke survivors face hidden bone risk – new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares bone density in 84 stroke patients at different recovery stages (1 week to 6 months, or over 1 year) to understand osteoporosis risk. Researchers will also look at factors like muscle strength and vitamin D levels. The goal is to identify high-risk patients wh…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Hidden kidney Super-Speed may undermine brain injury treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a condition called augmented renal clearance (ARC), where the kidneys work too fast and flush out medications before they can help. It involves 512 adults in intensive care with severe brain injuries, strokes, seizures, or meningitis. Researchers will measure …
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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5,000 heart patients to wear smart patches for Years-Long observation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will enroll 5,000 adults with chronic heart conditions like heart failure, high blood pressure, or aortic stenosis. Participants will wear a Prolaio digital health patch that monitors heart rate, breathing, and other vital signs. The goal is to observe how these condit…
Sponsor: Prolaio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Brain pressure monitor could eliminate need for drilling into skull
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new device that aims to measure pressure inside the skull from the outside, avoiding the need for surgery. Currently, doctors must drill a hole in the skull to monitor intracranial pressure (ICP) in patients with conditions like traumatic brain injury or s…
Sponsor: CoMind Technologies Limited • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Massive heart surgery study aims to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is reviewing medical records from 5,000 heart and blood vessel surgery patients to find factors that influence recovery and survival. Researchers are looking at data from 2001 to 2013 to identify what leads to complications or death after surgery. The goal is to improv…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Blood drug levels may predict recovery after brain bleed
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks 500 adults in Canada and the US who have had a brain aneurysm bleed and are taking the drug nimodipine. Researchers will measure how much of the drug gets into each patient's blood and see how that relates to their recovery 90 days later. The goal is to understa…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Massive registry tracks brain aneurysm and stroke device outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information from 1,000 people who have been treated for brain aneurysms or stroke using MicroVention devices. The goal is to see how well these treatments work in real life, not just in controlled trials. No new treatments are being tested—just data gathe…
Sponsor: Microvention-Terumo, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Brain drain antibiotic debate: short course may be enough
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving antibiotics for just 24 hours around the time of placing a special antibiotic-coated brain drain works as well as giving them for the whole time the drain is in place. The goal is to find the best way to prevent serious brain infections in peopl…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Emergency intubation showdown: which method saves more oxygen?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways to place a breathing tube in emergency patients who are still breathing on their own but need help. The methods are Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI) and Delayed Sequence Intubation (DSI). Researchers will measure oxygen levels, complications, and survi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Brain fluid clues: new study aims to spot infections faster
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study watches 148 adults with acute brain injury who have a drain in their head. Researchers will check fluid from the brain to see if changes in a substance called lactate can signal an infection early. The goal is to learn more, not to test a new treatment.
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Scientists collect heart biopsies to decode heart disease mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects small heart tissue samples from 400 adults undergoing heart procedures. Researchers will analyze these samples to find new markers that could help diagnose heart diseases earlier and better understand how the heart works in health and disease. The goal is to i…
Sponsor: Kenneth S. Campbell • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New MRI scanner could spot stroke damage faster
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of MRI scanner, called Field-Cycling Imaging (FCI), to see if it can detect brain changes within the first day of a stroke. Researchers will compare FCI scans with standard MRI scans in 40 acute stroke patients. Participants will also provide bloo…
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New microscope gadget aims to give surgeons X-Ray vision during delicate operations
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a special microscope attachment called GLOW800 that helps surgeons see blood flow and tissues in real time during brain and reconstructive surgery. About 29 adults will take part, and surgeons will rate how well the tool works. The goal is to confirm the device i…
Sponsor: Leica Microsystems (Schweiz) AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Can a blood test predict brain recovery after stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at blood markers related to inflammation and clotting in people with brain oxygen deprivation from stroke or bleeding. Researchers will compare these markers between patients with brain hypoxia and those without. The goal is to see if these markers are linked to …
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Eye test could spot hidden heart risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special eye scan called OCTA to measure the density of tiny blood vessels in the retina. Researchers will compare results from 64 people—half with cardiovascular disease and half healthy—to see if the scan can reliably detect vessel changes linked to heart probl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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30,000 italians join study to revolutionize heart disease prediction
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adding genetic and imaging information to standard risk assessments can better predict heart disease in 30,000 healthy Italian adults aged 40-80. Participants will have their risk calculated using traditional methods and then again with the added dat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Robot takes the joystick for brain surgery – first human test underway
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early study is testing whether a robot can help doctors perform delicate brain blood vessel procedures, such as angiography, embolization, and thrombectomy. Ten patients scheduled for these standard procedures will have them done using a robotic system instead. The main goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Navigantis Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a phone app replace In-Person health help for underserved patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a virtual patient navigation program for 260 English, Chinese, or Spanish speakers with breast cancer or heart disease. The goal is to see if a phone-based portal can help underserved people get the support they need, even though it won't fully replace in-pe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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VR driving test reveals how Stroke-Related blindness changes navigation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a virtual reality driving simulator to see how people with vision loss from a stroke steer a car. Researchers will compare driving accuracy between 40 participants with and without vision loss. The goal is to understand how the brain adapts to missing parts of the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Infant brain recovery study seeks clues to heal stroke damage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 65 infants who had a stroke around birth, tracking their brain development and motor skills over two years. Researchers use MRI scans, brain stimulation, and movement tests to find markers of recovery. The goal is to understand how the brain heals, which could …
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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AI-Powered ultrasound aims to speed stroke diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a non-invasive ultrasound scan, combined with artificial intelligence (AI), can quickly identify bleeding in the brain (intracerebral hemorrhage) in people having a stroke. Researchers will enroll 500 adults with acute stroke and perform a standard C…
Sponsor: Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Simple ultrasound test may spot stroke risk before irregular heartbeat appears
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a heart ultrasound technique called left atrial strain can predict stroke risk in people who had a stroke with no known cause. Researchers will measure heart function in 900 adults and track who has another stroke. The goal is to find a safe, low-cost …
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Massive study aims to unravel mysterious brain complication after aneurysm
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 10,000 patients who had a bleeding aneurysm in the brain to learn more about a complication called delayed ischemic neurological deficit (DIND). Researchers will track how doctors diagnose and treat DIND, and compare different treatment approaches to see which …
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New study watches how brain blood vessels react after aneurysm bleed
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study observes 200 adults who had a bleeding stroke from a brain aneurysm and now have narrowed blood vessels. Researchers will monitor brain blood flow using ultrasound to see how it changes with standard treatments like raising blood pressure or using medication to widen v…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New study checks how well an antibiotic reaches the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how much of the antibiotic telavancin gets into the brain fluid of 20 critically ill patients who have a drain in their head (external ventricular drain). These patients often need strong antibiotics, but it's not clear if telavancin reaches the brain well eno…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aaron Cook • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can sound waves reboot the brain after stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests different power levels and timing of low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFUS) to see which best improves arm movement and motor learning in stroke survivors. 24 adults who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have arm weakness will participate. The goal is to f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Morocco's heart health future: 10,000 people studied for a decade
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows over 10,000 Moroccan adults for 10 years after a heart screening. Researchers will track heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related deaths to build a risk score tailored to the Moroccan population. The goal is to better predict and prevent heart disease in Moroc…
Sponsor: Moroccan Society of Cardiology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Heart surgery tissue bank launched to unlock secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a biobank of blood and tissue samples from 500 patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Researchers will analyze these samples to better understand the causes and progression of heart disease. The goal is to improve future diagnosis and treatment, but no new th…
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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2,000 brain bleed patients join hunt for recovery clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls 2,000 adults who had a brain bleed from a ruptured aneurysm. Researchers will collect blood, spinal fluid, urine, and stool samples to analyze genes, proteins, and other molecules. The goal is to understand why some patients develop serious complications like d…
Sponsor: Xiaolin Chen, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Stroke and your job: new study seeks answers for Working-Age survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 140 working-age stroke survivors in France to find out what factors help or hinder their return to work. Researchers will look at medical details, personal beliefs, and job-related issues. The goal is to create better support plans for people recovering from a …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Thick liquids might help people with swallowing problems take pills safely
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a swallow gel or a semi-solid vehicle can help people with neurological conditions swallow pills more easily and safely. Researchers will observe 500 participants, including patients with swallowing disorders and healthy volunteers, as they swall…
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Nerve block for pain may offer clues to healing the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study will test whether a stellate ganglion nerve block—a procedure used for chronic pain—can improve blood flow in the tiny vessels of the eye. Researchers will use a special camera (OCTA) to scan the retinas of 50 adults before and after the block. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Your voice may predict heart trouble – no stethoscope needed
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if voice recordings from a smartphone can help detect heart disease. Researchers will collect voice samples and health data from up to 1 million adults using the Mayo Clinic app. No treatment is given; the goal is to gather information for future AI tools.
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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8,000 stroke survivors join hunt to predict dementia risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 8,000 adults who have had a stroke to learn why some develop memory and thinking problems afterward. Researchers will track changes in cognition, brain scans, and blood samples over time. The goal is to help doctors identify who is at risk for dementia and pave…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Colombian hospitals under the microscope: can faster stroke care save lives?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how hospitals in Villavicencio, Colombia, manage stroke cases by reviewing patient records. Researchers want to find delays in treatment and see if doctors follow best-practice guidelines. About 100 adults diagnosed with stroke will be included. No new treatme…
Sponsor: Hospital Departamental de Villavicencio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Stroke survivors needed for recovery research registry
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a large registry of people who have had a stroke and still have symptoms. The goal is to connect them with researchers studying new ways to improve recovery. No treatments or tests are given—just observation and data collection.
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Teen brain injury study seeks to predict hidden mental health risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows over 2,500 teens aged 11 to 17 who come to the emergency room with a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Researchers want to see if they develop new or worsening depression or anxiety in the months after injury. Teens and their parents fill out questionnaires a…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Hidden seizures after stroke: EEG may spot them early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will use routine EEG recordings in 100 stroke patients to see if brain activity patterns can predict who will develop epilepsy. Researchers also aim to detect hidden (subclinical) seizures that may affect recovery. The study is observational, meaning no new treatment i…
Sponsor: Attikon Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Brain bleed survivors: is memory loss tied to shrinking hippocampus?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study examines whether memory problems after a type of brain bleed (aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage) are linked to a smaller hippocampus, a brain area key for memory. Researchers will compare 30 patients in rehabilitation with healthy volunteers using memory tests and MRI…
Sponsor: BDH-Klinik Hessisch Oldendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:55 UTC
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5,000-Patient study to see which brain aneurysm devices work best
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 5,000 people who receive newer endovascular devices (like coils, stents, or flow diverters) to treat a brain aneurysm. Researchers want to see how often the aneurysm comes back and what factors, such as smoking, might play a role. The goal is to improve saf…
Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:25 UTC
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Digital tool aims to ease end-of-life planning for caregivers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a digital website called Careverse can help caregivers of people with serious illnesses engage more in advance care planning. About 200 caregivers will be randomly assigned to use the website or receive usual care. Researchers will measure how involved ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University of Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:15 UTC
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Smartwatches vs. heart disease: brazilian study tests AI-Powered early warning system
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a smartwatch, combined with artificial intelligence and remote doctor check-ins, can help detect heart issues like atrial fibrillation and unstable angina earlier than usual. Researchers at the University of Sao Paulo will enroll 520 adults with hear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:13 UTC
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New brain pressure monitor could predict patient outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new monitor that tracks brain pressure over time in patients with serious brain injuries like trauma or bleeding. Researchers want to see if the pressure measurements can predict who will survive or recover well. The study will enroll 250 adults and follow…
Sponsor: University of Milano Bicocca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:56 UTC
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Massive greek health study aims to unmask COPD-Heart disease link
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 900 adults in Greece who have both chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and at least one heart condition. Researchers will track their health for two years, recording lung flare-ups, heart complications, hospital visits, and quality of life. The go…
Sponsor: Hellenic Thoracic Society • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:54 UTC
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Could fewer nighttime checks save brain injury patients from delirium?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether waking patients with brain bleeding every hour for checks (standard care) versus every two hours affects their confusion and long-term thinking. Researchers will track 120 adults in the ICU for delirium and later cognitive function. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:08 UTC
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500-Patient study aims to uncover best surgical approach for brain bleeds
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 500 adults who had a brain hemorrhage and received surgery to remove the blood clot. Researchers will track their recovery and quality of life over time to see which surgical methods and timings lead to the best outcomes. The goal is to gather information that …
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:27 UTC
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Music and language may reveal hidden consciousness in brain injury patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether unconscious patients with brain injuries who show brain activity in response to music and language on an EEG are more likely to wake up and recover. Researchers will monitor 300 adults in the ICU, along with healthy volunteers, to see if these brain si…
Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:51 UTC