Could a common stroke type in asian populations also harm the brain's thinking skills?

NCT ID NCT07761182

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether a specific type of stroke called branch atheromatous disease (BAD) is linked to cognitive decline. Researchers will follow 60 adults aged 18-80 who had this stroke, tracking their thinking and memory over a year. They will also examine if early neurological worsening affects cognitive outcomes, and explore brain network changes that might explain any impairment.

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 could identify who is at higher risk for cognitive problems after this type of stroke, guiding future prevention and treatment strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all stroke patients, and cognitive tests may not capture all changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atherosclerosis Clinical Deterioration cognitive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BRANCH ATHEROMATOUS DISEASE COGNITIVE DETERIORATION, CLINICAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Peking Union Medical College Hospital

Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100730, China

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