Can we predict stroke before it happens? large study investigates
NCT ID NCT07156344
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 35 times
Summary
This completed observational study followed 3,849 people with asymptomatic intracranial atherosclerosis (narrowing of brain arteries) to understand how plaque changes over time and how it relates to stroke risk. Participants underwent routine imaging and cognitive tests. The goal is to improve early detection and prevention of stroke in this population.
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Locations
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Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100053, China
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could lead to better ways to predict stroke risk in people with asymptomatic intracranial atherosclerosis, improving prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly test any new therapy. Results may not apply to all populations or lead to immediate clinical changes.
Conditions
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