Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Observational study of stroke management and outcomes at Akershus University Hospital

Official title: The Akershus Study of Ischemic Stroke and Thrombolysis -1 (ASIST-1) Epidemiology, Clinical and Radiological Presentation and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke Mimics in a Norwegian Population

Run by University Hospital, Akershus · NCT05378490 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how patients with strokes are treated at Akershus University Hospital to see how well different treatments work and why some patients don’t receive certain therapies.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment6000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Akershus
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lørenskog)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2012
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2040
Registry record updatedFebruary 5, 2025
Trial IDNCT05378490 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals experiencing acute ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, transient ischemic attack, or stroke mimics.

Probably not a fit

Patients with chronic cerebrovascular conditions or those not presenting with acute symptoms 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

This observational study involves patients with cerebrovascular diseases admitted to the Stroke Unit at Akershus University Hospital in Norway. The study aims to evaluate the use of the stroke fast track, the proportion of patients treated with intravenous thrombolysis, and the reasons for not administering thrombolysis in eligible patients. It will also investigate outcomes for patients treated or not treated with thrombolysis, as well as differences between stroke types and mimics. The research will provide insights into stroke management and care pathways in a comprehensive stroke center.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve stroke management protocols and patient outcomes in acute care settings.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in evaluating stroke management protocols, indicating that this approach is supported by existing research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Cerebrovascular diseases (acute ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, transient ischemic attack) or stroke mimics

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Akershus University Hospital
    Lørenskog, Norway
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Espen S. Kristoffersen, MD, PhD — University Hospital, Akershus
  • Study coordinator: Espen S. Kristoffersen, MD, PhD
  • Email: e.s.kristoffersen@medisin.uio.no

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.