The DISTALS Study is checking if a device called the Tigertriever 13 can help people with a specific type of stroke. This stroke happens when a blood vessel in the brain gets blocked, causing serious problems with movement and everyday tasks. The study aims to find if this device is better than usual medicine at fixing the blockage.
Who Can Join: Adults aged 18-85 with certain symptoms and no recent stroke. You need to sign a consent form. You can't join if you've had a recent brain bleed or are using specific medicines.
Study Details:
- Participants will be treated within 24 hours of stroke symptoms starting.
- Initial and follow-up checks, including brain scans, to monitor progress.
- Potential risks include not improving or complications from the procedure.
Before joining, consider the time you’ll spend on visits and tests. Some people might not qualify due to health reasons. If you’re interested, discuss with your doctor to see if it’s a good fit for you.
How understandable was the trial content above?
Hard to understand
Easy to understand