Hidden brain damage in young sickle cell patients: a ticking clock?
NCT ID NCT04808778
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 32 times
Summary
This study looks at how common strokes and silent brain injuries are in young adults (ages 16-25) with sickle cell anemia in northern Nigeria. Researchers will use brain scans and blood flow tests to find hidden damage and check for risk factors like high blood pressure. The goal is to gather information needed to design better stroke prevention plans for this group.
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Locations
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Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital
Kano, Nigeria
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232-9000, United States
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