New laser imaging could help surgeons prevent strokes during brain surgery
NCT ID NCT04865718
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a laser-based imaging method that shows blood flow in the brain in real time during surgery. It involves 20 adults having brain surgery for conditions like aneurysms. The goal is to see if this technique can give surgeons continuous feedback, unlike the current dye-based method that can only be used a few times.
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 technique could help surgeons see blood flow continuously during brain surgery, potentially reducing stroke risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants and is currently suspended. The technique may not work as well as expected or may not improve outcomes.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Dell Seton Medical Center
Austin, Texas, 78701, United States
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