Stent or pills? new study tackles rare brain pressure disorder

NCT ID NCT05707442

First seen Feb 15, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study compares two treatments for idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), a condition where high pressure in the skull causes vision problems and headaches. Researchers will test if placing a small tube (stent) in a narrowed brain vein works better than standard medication. The trial involves 74 adults with IIH and aims to measure changes in vision and pressure over 6 months.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100010, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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