NCT07085390 · University of South Florida
Balloon Guide Versus Conventional Guide Catheter in Stroke Thrombectomy
(2Guide)
What this study is about
The purpose of this clinical trial is to study the two main types of approaches used in stroke thrombectomy and to investigate if one approach is more effective than the other, as this is currently not known. This study will be conducted in adults who have been diagnosed with an acute ischemic stroke and who are undergoing a thrombectomy for the treatment of their stroke.
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The purpose of this clinical trial is to study the two main types of approaches used in stroke thrombectomy and to investigate if one approach is more effective than the other, as this is currently not known. This study will be conducted in adults who have been diagnosed with an acute ischemic stroke and who are undergoing a thrombectomy for the treatment of their stroke.
Interventions
OTHER
Use of a Balloon Guide Catheter
Use of a balloon guide catheter in stroke thrombectomy.
OTHER
Use of a Conventional (non-balloon) Guide Catheter
Use of a conventional (non-balloon) guide catheter in stroke thrombectomy.
Primary outcome measures
TICI Grading Scale Score
Time frame: Participant duration is 90 days.
Use of a mTICI grading scale to look at the degree to which the vessel has been opened during a mechanical thrombectomy.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Age 18 years or older
- Patient is undergoing a stroke thrombectomy procedure at the enrolling hospital
- Patient or the legally authorized representative are able to provide signed informed cosent for the study
- Patient is not enrolled in another clinical trial that may interfere with the results or interpretation of this study
- Identification of a Large Vessel Occlusion (LVO) on imaging
Exclusion criteria
- Lack of signed informed consent from the patient or legally authorized representative
- Spontanous recanalization or any other reason in which the mechanical thrombectomy procedure would be terminated
Where
- Tampa, Florida
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Sep 17, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations