Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Registry for endovascular treatment of acute ischemic stroke in Germany

Official title: German Stroke Registry - Endovascular Treatment

Run by Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf · NCT03356392 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting information from patients in Germany who are receiving special procedures for acute ischemic stroke to see how well these treatments work and how safe they are.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 2015
Main results expectedJune 2027
Study endsJune 2027
Registry record updatedDecember 11, 2024
Trial IDNCT03356392 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years with a clinical diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke who are eligible for intravenous thrombolysis.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have a confirmed diagnosis of persistent occlusion of relevant arteries or those who are not eligible for intravenous thrombolysis 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

The German Stroke Registry - Endovascular Treatment is an observational study that enrolls patients treated with endovascular stroke interventions across multiple stroke centers in Germany. It collects comprehensive data on patient demographics, clinical assessments, procedural details, and follow-up outcomes for up to 90 days post-stroke. The study aims to gather real-world evidence on the effectiveness and safety of endovascular treatments for acute ischemic stroke. Data is collected as part of routine clinical care, ensuring a robust dataset for analysis.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could improve understanding of endovascular treatment outcomes, leading to enhanced patient care and treatment protocols for acute ischemic stroke.

How similar studies have gone: Other observational studies on endovascular treatments for acute ischemic stroke have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinical diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke
* Eligible for intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) and IVT initiated within 4.5 hours after stroke onset
* Confirmed diagnosis of persistent occlusion of terminal carotid artery, middle cerebral artery (M1 or M2), or basilar artery consistent with symptoms
* Age \>18 years
* Ethic approval in process

Exclusion Criteria: none

Where it's running

  • University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE)
    Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, Germany
    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.