New stent could help stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT06447116

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early study tests a new stent, called CGuard Prime, in 15 adults having a stroke from a blocked carotid artery. The goal is to see if placing the stent is safe and helps patients recover better by 90 days. Researchers will also check for complications like bleeding or new strokes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

CGuard Prime™ Carotid Stent System

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a new way to open blocked carotid arteries during a stroke, potentially improving recovery and reducing disability.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small trial with only 15 people. It is not yet proven to work, and there are risks like bleeding in the brain or another stroke.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

carotid stenosis cerebral artery occlusion ischemic stroke

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Jacobs Institute

    Buffalo, New York, 14203, United States