Blood test could help paramedics spot severe strokes before the hospital
NCT ID NCT04726839
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a panel of blood biomarkers can quickly identify stroke patients who have a large vessel occlusion (a major blockage) and would benefit from a specialized clot-removal procedure. Researchers enrolled nearly 3,900 adults with stroke symptoms and tested their blood in the ambulance or emergency room. The goal is to help paramedics decide which hospital to take a patient to, avoiding delays that can worsen outcomes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
blood biomarker panel
What this could lead to
If successful, this blood test could help paramedics quickly identify stroke patients who need a specialized clot-removal procedure, getting them to the right hospital faster and improving outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study analyzing blood samples, not a treatment trial. The biomarker panel may not be accurate enough in real-world ambulance settings, and further validation is needed before it can be used routinely.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Department Neurology Caen Hospital
Caen, France
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Hospital Foch
Suresnes, France
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Lariboisière
Paris, 75010, France
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Rothschild Foundation Hospital
Paris, France