Using EEG to Distinguish Between Types of Stroke

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 investigates the electrical activity of the brain using EEG in patients with acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. EEG recordings will be conducted within 72 hours of stroke onset to analyze differences in brain activity patterns associated with each stroke type. The study aims to determine if EEG can serve as a reliable tool for differentiating between these two conditions and predicting post-stroke recovery outcomes. Data will be collected at baseline and followed up over an average period of 3 to 6 months to assess recovery patterns.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age above 18 and below 80 years.
* Acute Ischemic stroke: ischemic arteria cerebri media infarct confirmed by MRI.
* Acute Hemorrhagic stroke: spontaneous intraparenchymal bleeding confirmed by CT.
* Stroke onset \<72 hours before expected time of performing EEG.
* First-ever ischemic stroke.
* Measurable deficit on the National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
* Able to give and sign informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIAs).
* Greater than 72 hours past the initial insult.
* Patients with subarachnoid haemorrhage, traumatic haemorrhage (epidural/subdural bleeding), cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, indication for urgent neurosurgical intervention.
* History of other central nervous system diseases.
* Any signs unfit for MRI/EEG scan.
* Injury or active infection of electrode cap placement area.
* Claustrophobia; recognition disorder.
* Known skull defect or head trauma.
* Previous neurological procedure (metallic implant, brain pace, cranial operation history).
* Significant physical impairment that would restrict the ability to use the portable EEG devices.
* Presence of malignancy or systemic rheumatic disease
* Non-stroke disease or lesion affecting the sensorimotor system.
* Alcohol or drug addiction.
* Presence of pump/shunt.
* Presence of Malignancy.
* Presence of severe cognitive impairment.
* History of epilepsy or taking medication due to epilepsy.

Where it's running

• Neurology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University
  Asyut, Asyut Governorate, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Gena ELassall, Bachelor of medicine and gener
• Email: genaelassall312@gmail.com
• Phone: +201028914897

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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.