Can stem cells heal the brain after a stroke? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT05008588

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-phase trial tests a combination of umbilical cord stem cells (injected into the brain) and a liquid called conditioned medium (given as nose drops) in 15 people who recently had a stroke. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and can help the brain grow new cells. Researchers will measure changes in blood markers and brain scans over six months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

umbilical cord stem cells and conditioned medium (secretome)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new way to help the brain repair itself after a stroke, possibly improving recovery.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small trial (15 people) with no placebo group. The treatment involves brain injections, which carry risks like bleeding or infection. Success is far from guaranteed.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ischemic stroke

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gatot Soebroto Hospital

    Jakarta Pusat, DKI Jakarta, 10410, Indonesia

  • PT Prodia StemCell Indonesia

    Jakarta, Indonesia