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New treatment option for Stroke Thrombectomy
Official title Mode of Sedation During Endovascular Treatment of Vertebrobasilar Stroke
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05525325
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Optimal anesthetic mode is not established for patients with vertebrobasilar stroke undergoing endovascular treatment. We want to investigate whether a procedural sedation mode approach is feasible compared to general anesthesia
- 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
- Decision for thrombectomy according to local protocol for acute recanalizing stroke treatment
- Age 18 years or older, either sex
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) ≥ 4
- Acute ischemic stroke in the posterior circulation with isolated or combined occlusion of vertebral artery (VA) and basilar artery (BA)
- Informed consent by the patient him-/herself or his/her legal representative obtainable within 72 h of treatment (deferred consenting procedure)
You likely can't join if
- Intracerebral hemorrhage
- Coma on admission (Glasgow Coma Scale ≤ 8)
- Severe respiratory instability, loss of airway protective reflexes or vomiting on admission, where primary intubation and general anesthesia is...
- Intubated state before randomization
- Severe hemodynamic instability (e.g. due to decompensated cardiac insufficiency)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation likely.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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 Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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