New drug could extend window for treating deadly stroke

NCT ID NCT05105633

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial is testing a drug called tenecteplase for people with a severe stroke caused by a blockage in the basilar artery at the back of the brain. About 688 participants will receive either tenecteplase or standard care within 24 hours of symptoms starting, followed by a clot-removal procedure if needed. The goal is to see if tenecteplase helps more people recover with little or no disability at 90 days.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Tenecteplase (a clot-busting drug given as a quick injection)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a more effective clot-busting treatment for a severe type of stroke, potentially helping more people recover without disability.

What could go wrong

This is an early-to-mid stage trial, so results are not guaranteed. The drug may not improve outcomes and could increase the risk of bleeding in the brain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

basilar artery occlusion brain disorder cardiovascular disorder central nervous system disorder cerebrovascular disorder Ischemic Stroke nervous system disorder stroke disorder vascular disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

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  • Alfred Health

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    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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  • Austin Hospital

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    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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  • Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital

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    Bankstown, New South Wales, Australia

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  • Box Hill Hospital

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    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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  • Fiona Stanley Hospital

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    Murdoch, Western Australia, 6150, Australia

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  • Gold Coast Hospital

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    Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

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  • Grampians Health

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    Ballarat, Australia

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  • Hospital Geral de Fortaleza

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    Fortaleza, Brazil

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  • John Hunter Hospital

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    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

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  • Liverpool Hospital

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    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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  • Monash Health

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    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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  • Northern Hospital

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    Melbourne, Australia

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  • Princess Alexandra Hospital

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    Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia

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  • Royal Adelaide Hospital

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    Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

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  • Royal Melbourne Hospital

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    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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  • Tours University Hospital

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    Tours, France

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  • Western Health

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    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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