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Compares treatment options for Basilar Artery Occlusion
Official title Contact Aspiration Versus Stent Retriever for Recanalisation of Acute Stroke Patients With Basilar Artery Occlusion: The Posterior Circulation ASTER Randomized Trial Protocol
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05320263
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients with basilar artery occlusion (BAO) present a devastating, life-threatening prognosis. Urgent recanalization with endovascular mechanical thrombectomy is routinely performed in patients with BAO although the level of evidence is lower than that in anterior circulation occlusions (randomization in this population versus medical treatment alone having been impossible in recent studies).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 18 years
- AIS with BAO on non-invasive imaging (CT or MRI)
- Eligible for thrombectomy : groin puncture undergone within 24 hours of first symptoms or of last time the patient was seen normal
- Being covered by a national health insurance
- Informed consent obtained from the patients/his proxy or following an emergency procedure
You likely can't join if
- Known or suspected pre-existing (chronic) large vessel stenosis / occlusion in the symptomatic territory (basilar artery)
- Severe contrast medium allergy or absolute contraindication to use of iodinated products
- Clinical history, past imaging or clinical judgment suggesting intracranial stenosis of the basilar artery
- Pregnancy (urine or serum beta HCG test for women of child-bearing potential)
- Person deprived of liberty
- Patient benefiting from a legal protection (guardianship or curatorship)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bordeaux, France
- Caen, France
- Limoges, France
- Montpellier, France
- Nancy, France
- Nantes, France
- Paris, France
- Reims, France
- Rennes, France
- Suresnes, France
- Tours, France
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bordeaux, France; Caen, France; Limoges, France; Montpellier, France; Nancy, France; Nantes, France and 5 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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