Endovascular Treatment for Disabled Stroke Patients

Treatment With Endovascular Intervention for STroke Patients With Existing Disability

Recruiting Observational Study
Stroke Stroke, Acute Stroke, Ischemic
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
1,060 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Cincinnati · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults who had a stroke and have moderate to severe disability before it. Participants will compare two treatment options: a procedure to remove blood clots or regular medical care without the procedure.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am at least 18 years old
  • I have moderate-to-severe disability before my stroke
  • I came to the hospital within 24 hours of my last known well time
  • I have been diagnosed with an acute ischemic stroke
  • I have a blockage in certain blood vessels in my brain
  • I have a score of at least 3 on a specific brain scan
  • I have a stroke scale score of 6 or more
  • I can give my consent or have a representative who can

You may not be able to join if

  • I have terminal cancer or a terminal illness
  • My pre-stroke functional status cannot be assessed in the hospital
  • My pre-stroke disability is temporary, in the doctor's opinion

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

TESTED will compare the risks and benefits of endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) to medical management (no EVT) in ischemic stroke patients who have a blockage in one of the large blood vessels in the brain and have a moderate-to-severe disability prior to their stroke.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adult patients (≥18 years) 2. Moderate-to-severe pre-stroke functional disability, defined as mRS 3-4, for at least 3 months prior to stroke onset 3. Presenting to study hospital within 24 hours of last known well time 4. Diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke 5. Intracranial cau…
Contacts

Eva Mistry, MD

513-558-1291

mistryea@ucmail.uc.edu

CONTACT

Naima Griffin

513-558-0125

griffna@ucmail.uc.edu

CONTACT