Could a bad mood or infection trigger a major stroke? scientists investigate
NCT ID NCT06265155
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to identify short-term triggers of acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel occlusion, a severe type of stroke. Researchers will ask 302 patients about their exposure to potential triggers—such as infection, mood changes, smoking, alcohol, diarrhea, and extreme temperatures—in the year before their stroke and just before it happened. By comparing these time periods, they hope to pinpoint which factors may increase stroke risk in the hours or days prior.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could identify specific triggers that raise the short-term risk of severe stroke, helping people avoid them and potentially reducing stroke incidence.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It can only suggest associations, not prove cause and effect. Recall bias may affect results.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Suzhou Hospital Anhui Medical University
Suzhou, Anhui, 234000, China