Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Embolization of the middle meningeal artery for chronic subdural hematoma

Official title: Randomized Clinical Trial of Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization for Patients With Chronic Subdural Hematoma (COMPLEMENT Study)

Run by Hyogo Medical University · NCT06772740 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if blocking a specific artery can help people with chronic subdural hematomas feel better and recover safely.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorHyogo Medical University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nishinomiya, Hyōgo)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 23, 2024
Main results expectedAugust 31, 2027
Study endsMarch 31, 2029
Registry record updatedJuly 17, 2026
Trial IDNCT06772740 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with chronic subdural hematoma and specific risk factors.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe renal impairment, low platelet counts, or a life expectancy of less than six months may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The COMPLEMENT study is a prospective, open-label, randomized controlled trial designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of middle meningeal artery embolization in patients suffering from chronic subdural hematoma. This study will involve two arms and will be conducted in Japan, focusing on patients with specific risk factors and hematoma characteristics. Participants will be monitored for outcomes related to their condition following the intervention.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve treatment outcomes for patients with chronic subdural hematoma.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is relatively novel, similar studies have shown promise in the treatment of chronic subdural hematoma using embolization techniques.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age \>=18
2. pre-mRS 0-3
3. Hematoma thickness \>=10mm
4. Having at least one risk factor Risk factor: Age \>=75, Antithrombotic therapy, DM, Bilateral hematoma, Markwalder grading score \>3, Preoperative volume \>=130ml, Preoperative midline shift \>=8mm, CT appearance (Homogeneous, laminar or separated)

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Cr \>=1.8
2. Plt \<50,000, PT-INR \>2
3. Life expectancy \<6 months

Where it's running

  • Hyogo Medical University
    Nishinomiya, Hyōgo, Japan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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