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Brain zaps may cut pneumonia risk after stroke

NCT ID NCT06123650

Disease control Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) to standard swallowing therapy can reduce pneumonia in stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. About 70 adults aged 49-65 with moderate to severe swallowing problems after a stroke will be enrolled. The goal is to see if the stimulation lowers the risk of lung infections, a common and dangerous complication after stroke.

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Active substance
repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to lower pneumonia risk in stroke patients with swallowing difficulties, potentially reducing deaths and complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (70 people) testing a device, so results may not apply widely. The treatment is short-term and may not prevent pneumonia in all patients.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 70 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Mar 2025

Expected to finish

Jan 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

49 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. All the patients were diagnosed of stroke oropharyngeal dysphagia by a neurologist. Sever to moderate dysphagia (GUSS 0-14). 2. Severity of stroke ranged from mild to moderate according to NIHSS score (NIHSS less than or equal 16). 3. Patients' age ranged from 49 to 65 years old. 4. Patients had the ability to understand and follow instructions. 5. Patients were able to sit in upright position. Exclusion Criteria: 1. History of previous stroke. 2. History of any swallowing problem. 3. History of any head and neck surgery or tumor that causes swallowing dysfunction. 4. Any lung disease or pneumonia on admission. 5. Patients with cognitive deficits or disturbed conscious level. 6. Patients on mechanical ventilator. 7. Patients with sensory or global aphasia.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders ischemic stroke pneumonia stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Dysphagia Pneumonia Stroke, acute

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University

    RECRUITING

    Giza, Giza Governorate, 11432, Egypt

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