New study: seizures after 50 may signal hidden stroke risk
NCT ID NCT07116330
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether people who have their first seizure after age 50 should be checked for stroke risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Researchers will screen 420 participants and track whether starting medications for these risks improves health. The goal is to see if simple screening can prevent future strokes in this group.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple screening for blood pressure, cholesterol, and other risk factors helps reduce stroke risk in people with late-onset seizures.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not prove that screening directly prevents strokes, and results may vary by clinic.
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Salgrenska University Hospital
RECRUITINGGothenburg, Sweden
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Skånes universitetssjukhus
RECRUITINGMalmö, Sweden
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Södra Älvsborg Sjukhus
RECRUITINGBorås, Sweden
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