New procedure could help stroke patients whose symptoms worsen
NCT ID NCT07557485
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a minimally invasive procedure called endovascular treatment can help people who have a progressive stroke caused by a blockage in the main artery at the back of the brain. The procedure uses a catheter to remove or open the clot. The trial will include 240 adults whose stroke symptoms worsen within 24 hours to 14 days after the first signs. The main goal is to see if more patients can live independently (able to walk without help) 90 days after treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Endovascular recanalization (a procedure using catheters to remove or open blood clots in the brain)
What this could lead to
If successful, this procedure could become a standard treatment to reduce disability after a progressive stroke caused by a blockage in the back of the brain.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial (240 participants) and the procedure carries risks like bleeding, vessel damage, or failed clot removal. Results may not apply to all stroke patients.
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Locations
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Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100070, China