Could a stroke drug wake up the brain? small study aims to find out.
NCT ID NCT04427241
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This 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 consciousness and brain activity to see if the treatment is safe and promising.
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Konkuk University Medical Center Research Coordinating Center
RECRUITINGSeoul, South Korea
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