New brain monitoring tech could predict stroke after brain bleed
NCT ID NCT07577739
First seen May 15, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looks at 300 adults with a type of brain bleed called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. Researchers want to see if a non-invasive headband can accurately monitor brain pressure and blood flow, replacing the need for invasive probes. They will also test two nerve stimulation techniques—a neck injection and a mild ear nerve stimulator—to see if they improve brain blood flow regulation. The goal is to find better ways to prevent delayed brain injury and improve recovery.
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UT Southwestern Medical Center - Clements University Hospital NSICU
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Ropivacaine (for cervical sympathetic block) and transcutaneous auricular vagal nerve stimulation (taVNS)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better, non-invasive ways to monitor brain health after a brain bleed and help prevent delayed complications like stroke.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study focused on validating monitoring tools and exploring nerve stimulation effects. It is not designed to prove a treatment works, and the nerve stimulation procedures carry risks like temporary Horner syndrome or discomfort.
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