Blood clot test may predict stroke after artery surgery

NCT ID NCT05572320

First seen May 01, 2026 ยท Last updated May 01, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether measuring platelet function before and after carotid artery surgery can help predict strokes or other neurological events. Researchers enrolled 650 adults undergoing the procedure and used a special blood test (Multiplate) to check platelet activity. The goal was to find specific test thresholds that could identify patients at higher risk, but the study was terminated early.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Scientific Institute San Raffaele

    Milan, 20132, Italy

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