Understanding recovery after brain hemorrhage

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 investigate the common pathophysiological pathways associated with life-threatening neurological illnesses, particularly focusing on various types of brain hemorrhages. By utilizing advanced monitoring tools such as CT, MRI, and ultrasound, the study seeks to understand how systemic complications and standard care practices may worsen brain injury. It will collect data from patients admitted to the NeuroCritical Care Unit at the University of Maryland, both retrospectively and prospectively, to analyze the impact of interventions on patient outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* clinical diagnosis of potentially life-threatening neurological illness
* admitted to Neuro ICU within 14 days of initial injury

Exclusion Criteria:

* known pre-existing neurological deficits related to a developmental disorder
* prior severe stroke
* prior severe dementia
* prior severe head injury
* prisoners

Where it's running

• University of Maryland Medical Center
  Baltimore, Maryland, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Gunjan Y Parikh, MD — University of Maryland, Baltimore
• Study coordinator: Gunjan Parikh
• Email: gparikh@som.umaryland.edu
• Phone: 4103284515

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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.