ISCHEMIC STROKE

This study looked at whether placing stroke patients in a head-down position after successful clot removal could improve their recovery. 90 adults who had a major stroke and received endovascular treatment were included. Researchers measured changes in stroke severity and functio…

This study tested a medical device designed to remove blood clots from the brain in people having a severe stroke. Eight adults who could be treated within 8 hours of symptoms took part. Researchers checked how well the device worked and tracked any serious side effects for 90 da…

This study tested whether adding dornase alfa to standard clot-busting drugs helps restore blood flow faster in people with severe stroke caused by a large artery blockage. About 330 adults who arrived at the hospital within 4.5 hours of symptoms and were eligible for clot remova…

This study tested whether adding the drug Mexidol to standard care helps people recover better after a first ischemic stroke. 304 adults who had a stroke within the last 48 hours took either Mexidol or a placebo for about 10 weeks. Researchers measured disability, neurological sy…

This study tested a non-invasive therapy called Enhanced External Counter-Pulsation (EECP) in 130 people who had a recent stroke or mini-stroke due to severe narrowing of a major brain artery. The therapy uses inflatable cuffs on the legs to boost blood flow, aiming to improve th…

This study tested whether adding the drug dornase alfa (Pulmozyme) to standard stroke treatments (clot-busting medicine and mechanical clot removal) could help fully reopen blocked arteries in the brain. The trial included 39 people with ischemic stroke who were already eligible …

This study tested a program to help people with heart disease, stroke, or heart failure in India. The program used health workers, text messages about healthy living, and a computer tool to help doctors. The goal was to see if this approach could improve how well patients follow …

This study tested whether using a special tongue brush (Orabrush) can lower the chance of aspiration pneumonia and improve swallowing in 252 stroke patients with swallowing problems. Patients were recruited from a stroke unit and followed for pneumonia rates, tongue coating, and …

This early-phase study tested whether a single intravenous dose of stem cells from human umbilical cord tissue is safe for people who had an ischemic stroke 3 to 6 months earlier. 18 participants were monitored for side effects and early signs of improvement in daily function. Th…

This study tested a drug called Renexin CR in 483 people who had a recent ischemic stroke (not caused by a heart clot). The goal was to see if the drug could prevent the stroke from getting worse in the hospital or causing another stroke within 90 days. Participants were randomly…

This study tested whether giving a clot-busting drug called tenecteplase directly into the brain artery can improve blood flow in people who still have blockages after standard stroke treatment. 156 adults with acute ischemic stroke were randomly assigned to receive the drug or u…

This study tested a new device called the Supernova stent retriever to treat acute ischemic stroke, which happens when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the brain. The device is designed to remove the clot and restore blood flow. The trial involved 54 adults aged 18-85 who had a …

This study combined data from nearly 4,000 stroke patients to see how often a heart CT scan finds blood clots that standard ultrasound might miss. The goal is to improve diagnosis of clot-related strokes and guide treatment. Researchers also compared CT results with 90-day surviv…

This study tested whether adding robotic-assisted training (using the Luna EMG system) to standard rehab helps people after a stroke walk faster and have better balance. 62 older adults (ages 65-86) who had a stroke 4-15 weeks earlier took part. The researchers also looked at whe…

This study tested a new therapy that combines brain-computer interface (BCI) technology with functional electrical stimulation (FES) to help stroke survivors improve their walking. The therapy uses brain signals to control mild electrical pulses that activate foot muscles, aiming…

This study tested whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (transcranial electrical stimulation) combined with standard physical therapy can improve brain activity, movement, and thinking in people who had a stroke. 60 adults who had a stroke between 2 weeks and 2…

This study looked at how two different feeding methods affect the mental health of stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. 156 adults with ischemic stroke were randomly assigned to receive nutrition through either an intermittent tube or a standard nasogastric tube. Research…

This study looked at ways to help stroke survivors with sleep apnea use their CPAP machine regularly during rehab. About 36 people took part. The goal was to see if simple support could improve nightly use and possibly aid recovery.

This study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS, combined with balance and walking exercises, could help stroke survivors improve their mobility and thinking. Thirty adults who had a stroke participated. The results suggest tDCS may enhance the be…

This study looked at 74 people who had a stroke or mini-stroke due to a narrowed artery in the brain. They all received a procedure to open the artery. Researchers used a special MRI to look at the artery walls and checked if certain features could predict another stroke within 1…

This study looked at how small blood vessels in the brain change after a stroke caused by small vessel disease. Researchers used a special 3D X-ray technique to take detailed pictures of these vessels in 24 Chinese patients. The goal was to learn more about the disease process an…

This study tested whether a daily nutritional supplement could help people recover after an ischemic stroke. Researchers gave the supplement to some patients and standard care to others. The main goal was to see if a larger study is possible, not to prove the supplement works. 24…

This study used special MRI scans to look at how brain cells change after a stroke. Researchers scanned 24 stroke patients and 24 healthy volunteers to measure water and chemical movement in brain tissue. The goal was to learn more about what happens inside brain cells during str…

This study tested a new way to use ultrasound to see very small arteries in the brain. 24 people with ischemic stroke or Moya Moya disease had a standard ultrasound with contrast dye, and researchers used a special computer method to enhance the images. The goal was to see if thi…

This study used 60 patients to teach artificial intelligence how to recognize when the brain isn't getting enough blood (ischemia) during surgery. Patients having carotid artery surgery or clot removal were monitored with non-invasive devices that track heart rate, brain oxygen, …

This study looked at 50 adults who had a recent ischemic stroke and received a clot-busting drug called rt-PA. Researchers measured levels of a brain protein called BDNF in their blood to see if it increased after treatment. They also checked patients' recovery of thinking, movem…

This study looked at 91 Chinese patients with atrial fibrillation who had a stroke despite taking blood thinners (NOACs). Researchers wanted to understand the causes and how taking medication as prescribed affects outcomes. The goal is to find ways to prevent these strokes and im…

This study measured the amount of blood thinner (NOAC) in the blood of 308 Chinese patients with atrial fibrillation who had been taking the medication for at least 3 months. The goal was to establish normal reference ranges for these drugs in this specific population. The study …

This study collected brain signals from 162 patients with serious brain injuries to help develop new ways to measure pressure inside the skull without surgery. Researchers used an ultrasound device to record blood flow while also tracking standard pressure readings. The goal was …

This study looked at 600 stroke patients in the Middle East to find out what factors predict different types of brain bleeding after receiving the clot-busting drug alteplase. Researchers analyzed patient characteristics, how quickly they got the drug, and stroke risk factors. Th…

This study tested whether measuring the optic nerve sheath with ultrasound can predict which side of the brain is affected in people with suspected ischemic stroke. Researchers examined 19 adults in the emergency department and compared ultrasound results with physical exam findi…