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NCT03720522 The Bern Heart and Brain Interaction Study - Interaction Between Brain and Heart in Acute Ischemic Stroke

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NCT ID NCT03720522
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern
Condition Acute Stroke
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 220 participants
Start Date 2018-12-01
Primary Completion 2025-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 86 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Short cardiovascular MRI (CMR)Adenosine-perfusion cardiovascular MRI (CMR)Blood draw

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 220 participants in total. It began in 2018-12-01 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-31.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

Acute ischemic stroke is caused by blockage of blood vessels in the brain. Blood vessels can be obstructed by several different mechanisms and identification of this cause is essential to minimize the risk of recurrence.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Informed consent as documented by signature. * Age: ≥ 18 and \< 86 years. * Acute ischemic stroke with symptom onset within 12 hours before admission to hospital. * Diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke with MRI with diffusion restriction as seen on diffusion weighted imaging. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy. A negative pregnancy test upon admission is required for all women with child-bearing potential. * Standard contraindication for performing MRI. * Severe renal failure (GFR \<40).

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Simon Jung, PD Dr. med.

✉ simon.jung@insel.ch

📞 +41 31 632 79 56

Principal Investigator

Simon Jung, PD Dr. med.

STUDY DIRECTOR

Dep. of Neurology, Inselspital Bern

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT03720522 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 86 Years, studying Acute Stroke. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT03720522 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT03720522 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at simon.jung@insel.ch for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT03720522 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Bern, Switzerland.

Who is sponsoring the NCT03720522 clinical trial?

NCT03720522 is sponsored by Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern. The principal investigator is Simon Jung, PD Dr. med. at Dep. of Neurology, Inselspital Bern. The trial plans to enroll 220 participants.

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