Ear zaps may tame brain swelling after stroke

NCT ID NCT06918964

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study tests if a mild electrical stimulation on the ear (taVNS) can reduce dangerous brain swelling after a hemorrhagic stroke. 186 adults with a recent brain bleed will receive either real or fake stimulation. The main goal is to measure swelling reduction and check for side effects.

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  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University

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    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100070, China

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