Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Registry for blood and tissue samples from stroke patients

Official title: Brain, Blood And Clot or Tissue Registry And Collaboration (BACTRAC)

Run by University of Kentucky · NCT03153683 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting blood and tissue samples from stroke patients to see if they can find clues that help understand stroke better and lead to new treatments.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Kentucky
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lexington, Kentucky)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 11, 2017
Main results expectedDecember 28, 2029
Study endsDecember 28, 2029
Registry record updatedMarch 4, 2026
Trial IDNCT03153683 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older undergoing cerebrovascular surgery or procedures at the University of Kentucky.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding will 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 aims to create a biorepository by collecting blood and tissue samples from patients undergoing cerebrovascular procedures at the University of Kentucky. The goal is to identify biological markers and inflammatory cell infiltrates associated with acute ischemic stroke and other cerebrovascular disorders. Up to 1000 participants, aged 18 and older, will be enrolled, including those with suspected cerebrovascular disease. The study will evaluate specific proteins and leukocyte populations in the collected samples to enhance understanding of cerebrovascular diseases and support the development of new therapies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for patients with cerebrovascular diseases.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative in its focus on collecting and analyzing tissue and blood samples from cerebrovascular procedures, similar studies have shown promise in identifying biomarkers for other conditions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria 1. All patients, Male or female, aged 18 years or older, undergoing cerebrovascular surgery/procedure at the University of Kentucky.

Exclusion Criteria:

1\. Pregnant or breastfeeding females

Where it's running

  • University of Kentucky Deparment of Neurosurgery, UK Chandler Hospital
    Lexington, Kentucky, United States
    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.
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.