Neuroprotective treatment for patients with ischemic stroke undergoing endovascular therapy

Intra-arterial Neuroprotective Strategy for Ischemic STroke Patients With Endovascular Therapy (INSIST-ET): One Single Center, Safety and Feasibility Study

Not applicable Interventional General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region · NCT04664933

This study is testing a new treatment that delivers protective medicine directly into the arteries of stroke patients during a procedure to see if it helps them recover better and reduces brain damage.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorGeneral Hospital of Shenyang Military Region Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shenyang)
Trial IDNCT04664933 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the safety and feasibility of administering neuroprotective agents directly into the arteries of patients experiencing acute ischemic stroke who are undergoing endovascular treatment. The approach aims to enhance recovery and minimize brain damage during the critical period of stroke intervention. Eligible participants are those who meet specific criteria, including age and stroke severity, and who provide informed consent for the procedure.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are experiencing an acute ischemic stroke and are eligible for endovascular treatment.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of severe prior strokes or significant comorbidities such as coagulation disorders or severe organ dysfunction may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve outcomes for patients suffering from acute ischemic stroke.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of intra-arterial neuroprotection is novel, similar studies exploring neuroprotective strategies in stroke have shown promise.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age ≥18 years;
2. Acute ischemic stroke patients who is eligible for endovascular treatment;
3. Signed informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Modified Rankin Score \>2 caused by a history of prior stroke;
2. Coagulation disorders, systematic hemorrhagic tendency, thrombocytopenia (\<80000/mm3);
3. Severe hepatic or renal dysfunction, increase in ALT or AST (more than 2 times of upper limit of normal value), increase in serum creatinine (more than 1.5 times of upper limit of normal value) or requiring dialysis;
4. Severe hypertension (systolic blood pressure over 200mmHg or diastolic blood pressure over 110 mmHg);
5. Unsuitable for this clinical studies assessed by researcher.

Where this trial is running

Shenyang

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Stroke, IschemicIntravascular ThrombosisMechanical Thrombectomy
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.