Remote CT scans could speed up stroke treatment in rural areas

NCT ID NCT07530588

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University Hospital of North Norway Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether using remote-controlled CT scans at local medical centers, guided by a hospital stroke team via video call, can speed up treatment for stroke patients. About 52 participants with suspected stroke will be randomly assigned to either this new approach or standard care. The goal is to see if the remote method reduces the time from emergency call to receiving clot-busting medication.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: remote-controlled CT scanning and tele-stroke assessment
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could reduce treatment delays for stroke patients in remote areas, potentially improving outcomes.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage trial (52 participants) testing a process, not a new drug. Results may not apply broadly, and technical or logistical issues could limit effectiveness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ischemic stroke stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Helgelandssykehuset Health Trust
RECRUITING

Sandnessjøen, Norway
University Hospital of North Norway Health Trust
RECRUITING

Tromsø, Norway

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