Clinical trial for Large Vessel Occlusion
Official title Head of Bed After Ischemic Stroke Thrombectomy (HoBIT)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07367633
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to see whether the angle of the bed’s head after endovascular thrombectomy improves patients’ functional outcomes within three months.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have had a large‑vessel ischemic stroke and received clot‑removal treatment.
- What's involved
- Participants will have their bed set at either 0° or 30°+ after the procedure and will be monitored with routine follow‑up visits and assessments.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about three months after the procedure, with scheduled visits for follow‑up and outcome evaluation.
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 or older on the date of randomization
- Endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) for large vessel occlusion (LVO) in the anterior circulation, according to current guidelines and local standards of...
- Capable of giving signed informed consent either independently, or by a legally authorized representative (LAR), or via a deferred consent process...
You likely can't join if
- Mechanical ventilatory support for acute medical condition prior to procedure (i.e. required for reasons other than procedure)
- Symptomatic congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or any other medical condition that would make either HoB position...
- Any condition, such as but not limited to, agitation/ delirium or severe nausea/ vomiting, that, in the view of the investigator, is expected to...
- Any condition with life expectancy of less than 3 months
- Inability to randomize within 1 hour from the end of the EVT
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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?
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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?
This study is enrolling now at Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada; Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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