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Long-term Neurocognitive Sequelae of Subclinical Microembolization During Carotid Interventions
NCT01718600 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Microembolization is commonly associated with carotid artery stenting (CAS), but our understanding of subclinical microembolization is superficial. Through collaborative effects of multidisciplinary team-experts, novel approaches, and longitudinal evaluations, we hope to better understand the clinical significance and long-term cognitive effects of microemboli. This proposal may change our current clinical practice by providing a better outcome measure for carotid interventions and improving outcomes of CAS procedures through risk factor stratification. Our central hypothesis is that development of subclinical microemboli is associated with decline in cognitive function following CAS and that the risk of development of microemboli themselves is associated with patient- and procedure-related factors. We hope that this prospective study will help to clarify these important issues in the era of rapidly evolving percutaneous interventions.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Neuropsychological testing
Study Locations (3)
California
- Palo Alto Veterans Affairs — Palo Alto
Missouri
- Washington University School of Medicine — St Louis
Wisconsin
- University of Wisconsin, Madison — Madison
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 207 participants |
| Start Date | 2011-06 |
| Est. Completion | 2018-04 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01718600
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01718600 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as an unspecified phase, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 207 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Stanford University, which has 1,643 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Carotid Artery Stenosis appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention — of which Neuropsychological testing is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT01718600 reports 3 study locations spanning 3 distinct geographic areas — top geographies include California, Missouri, Wisconsin. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01718600 about?
NCT01718600 is a clinical study titled "Long-term Neurocognitive Sequelae of Subclinical Microembolization During Carotid Interventions". Microembolization is commonly associated with carotid artery stenting (CAS), but our understanding of subclinical microembolization is superficial. Through collaborative effects of multidisciplinary team-experts, novel approaches, and longitudinal evaluations, we hope to better understand the clinic...
What is the current status of trial NCT01718600?
This trial is currently completed. The enrollment target is 207 participants. The study started on 2011-06. Estimated completion is 2018-04.
What conditions does trial NCT01718600 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Carotid Artery Stenosis. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01718600?
The interventions under investigation include: Neuropsychological testing (BEHAVIORAL). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01718600?
This trial is sponsored by Stanford University, which has 1,643 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT01718600 being conducted?
This trial has 3 study locations across California, Missouri, Wisconsin. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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