Measuring vertical perception in patients with acute stroke
Identifying Vertical Perception Loss in People With Acute Stroke: A Feasibility Study
This study is testing if it's possible to spot problems with how stroke patients see vertical lines by having them do some simple tests in the weeks after their stroke.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Winchester Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Winchester) |
| Trial ID | NCT06301815 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the feasibility of identifying vertical perception deficits in patients who have experienced an acute stroke. Participants will undergo a series of assessments, including the Catherine Bergego Scale, Scale for Contraversive Pushing, and a bucket test, within four weeks of their admission to a stroke unit. The study will evaluate how many patients can complete these assessments and the time required for each. Additionally, it will explore the relationship between vertical perception loss and various clinical outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults diagnosed with their first stroke who are admitted to a stroke unit for more than 72 hours.
Not a fit: Patients under 18, those with a history of stroke or neurological impairments, and individuals on an end-of-life pathway may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the identification and management of vertical perception deficits in stroke patients, potentially enhancing rehabilitation outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of assessing vertical perception in stroke patients is not widely tested, similar observational methods have shown promise in related rehabilitation contexts.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of first stroke by stroke consultant based on clinical or radiographical findings * Admitted to stroke unit with a length of stay of over 72 hours * Ability to consent or an advocate to consent on their behalf * Pre-morbid Modified Rankin Scale of less than 4 Exclusion Criteria: * Under the age of 18 * Diagnosis of Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) * Previous diagnosis of stroke or other neurological diagnosis affecting the brain with residual impairment * Patients on an end of life pathway * Patients with pre-morbid visual impairment that will not allow them to see the bucket test. Glasses can be worn. * Inability to speak the English language and no interpreter can be found
Where this trial is running
Winchester
- Royal Hampshire County Hospital — Winchester, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Amelia Shaw
- Email: a.shaw2.18@unimail.winchester.ac.uk
- Phone: +441962841515
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.