New scan aims to spot brain bleeding after stroke – but study stalls

NCT ID NCT03869567

Terminated Diagnosis Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a cone beam CT scan, done right after a stroke procedure called thrombectomy, could tell the difference between a brain hemorrhage and harmless contrast dye buildup. Only 5 adults were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if this quick scan could replace the standard dual-energy CT, but the small size means we can't draw firm conclusions.

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 imaging method could help doctors quickly decide the right treatment after stroke clot removal, avoiding unnecessary scans.
What could go wrong: The trial was terminated early with only 5 participants, so results are very limited and may not apply broadly. The technique may not be accurate enough to replace standard scans.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hemorrhage ischemic stroke stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEMORRHAGE STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHU Amiens-Picardie

Amiens, 80054, France

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