Improving treatment for severe strokes using advanced techniques
Official title: StrokeNet Thrombectomy Endovascular Platform (STEP)
Funded at Medical University of South Carolina · NIH-11237311 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well a special procedure called endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) works for people having a stroke caused by blocked blood vessels, and it aims to find out if new tools and treatments can help even more patients recover better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $3,117,594 |
| NIH project number | 3OT2NS129366-01S2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11237311 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing acute ischemic strokes, particularly those with large vessel occlusions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not experiencing acute ischemic strokes or have contraindications for EVT may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) for treating acute ischemic strokes caused by large vessel occlusions. It aims to expand the understanding of EVT by assessing its benefits in a wider range of patients and exploring new devices and therapies that can be used alongside this treatment. The study will utilize a sophisticated clinical trial platform that allows for adaptive changes based on ongoing results, ensuring that the most effective approaches are identified and implemented. Patients participating in this research may receive cutting-edge treatments that could significantly improve their recovery outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and outcomes for patients suffering from severe strokes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that endovascular thrombectomy can be highly beneficial for selected stroke patients, indicating a promising avenue for further exploration.
Where this research is happening
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Elm, Jordan J. — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Elm, Jordan J.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.