Investigating body composition's impact on stroke recovery
Prognostic Value for Predicting Functional Outcome Bioimpedancemetry and Temporal Muscle Measurement in Acute Stroke
This study tests how body composition affects recovery in stroke patients to see if it can help improve their rehabilitation plans.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Orléans) |
| Trial ID | NCT06589297 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study examines how body composition affects the recovery of patients who have experienced an acute stroke. It focuses on two bioimpedance parameters, skeletal mass index and phase angle, along with measurements of the temporal muscle's thickness and surface area. By analyzing these factors within the first 72 hours post-stroke, the study aims to predict functional outcomes at discharge and at a 6-month follow-up. The findings could help tailor rehabilitation strategies based on individual prognostic factors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult stroke patients in the acute phase who can understand assessment guidelines.
Not a fit: Patients who are under legal protection, pregnant, or have certain medical devices like pacemakers may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance recovery strategies for stroke patients by identifying key prognostic indicators.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of using body composition metrics in acute stroke patients is novel, related studies have indicated that physiological factors can influence recovery outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * volunteer stroke patients in acute phase * Age ≥ 18 years * Having had a brain MRI * Able to understand assessment guidelines * Not having objected to participate in the study after being duly informed Exclusion Criteria: * Person under tutorship or curatorship * Person under court protection * Persons deprived of their liberty * Pregnant or breastfeeding women * Have a pacemaker or defibrillator
Where this trial is running
Orléans
- CHU d'ORLEANS — Orléans, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marc VERIN, PUPH — Chu Orleans
- Study coordinator: Marc VERIN, PUPH
- Email: marc.verin@chu-orleans.fr
- Phone: 0238651369
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.