Recovery Study for Patients in Coma or Unconsciousness

Recovery Trajectory for Coma and Disorders of Consciousness

Recruiting Observational Study
Coma Disorders of Consciousness Cardiac Arrest (CA) Traumatic Brain Injuries Ischemic Stroke Hemorrhagic Stroke, Intracerebral Meningitis/Encephalitis Status Epilepticus
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
2,000 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of California, San Francisco · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for patients who are unconscious from serious brain issues. Participants will be observed during their hospital stay and followed up after discharge to assess recovery over time.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I have been in a coma for at least 24 hours.
  • I am unconscious due to a neurological issue.
  • I was admitted to the intensive care unit.

You may not be able to join if

  • I had a limited motor score before being admitted to the hospital.
  • I was transferred from another hospital, and my motor score isn't known.
  • My coma is caused by sepsis or metabolic problems.
  • I have a focal brain lesion that affects my ability to follow commands.
  • I am a prisoner.

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
This study aims to better understand recovery after coma caused by serious neurologic illness or injury. Patients who are unconscious (in a coma or disorder of consciousness) due to conditions such as stroke, cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury, seizures, brain infection, or other neurologic emergencies may be enrolled during their hospitalization. The purpose of this observational research st…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age greater than or equal to 18 years on the day of hospital admission * Coma duration of at least 24 hours from presentation to the receiving hospital, or died prior to the 24 hour timepoint without return of consciousness. Coma defined as: GCS score of less than or equal to …
Contacts

Claude Hemphill, MD, MAS

415-476-5100

claude.hemphill@ucsf.edu

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