Brain scans reveal hidden stroke risks in native american community

NCT ID NCT07080866

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study looked at why Native Americans in Wisconsin have higher stroke risk. Nineteen adults aged 55-90 from the Oneida Nation received an MRI, a carotid ultrasound, and cognitive tests. The goal was to see how stroke risk factors relate to brain health, such as brain thickness, white matter damage, and blood flow.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify why Native Americans have higher stroke risk and point toward better prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This was a small, observational study with only 19 participants. It was not designed to test a treatment, so it cannot directly improve health outcomes.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oneida Nation Reservation

    Oneida, Wisconsin, 54155, United States

  • University of Wisconsin - Madison

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States

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