Using MRI to predict outcomes in stroke patients treated with thrombectomy

Predictive Multimodal MRI Factors in Subacute Cerebral Artery Occlusiontreated by Thrombectomy (PIMISUTT

Not applicable Interventional Poitiers University Hospital · NCT04651010

This study is testing if special MRI scans can help predict how well stroke patients will recover after they receive a thrombectomy treatment.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment50 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorPoitiers University Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Poitiers)
Trial IDNCT04651010 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the use of multimodal MRI to assess metabolic and functional parameters in patients with acute middle cerebral artery occlusion who are treated with thrombectomy. By measuring these parameters between 12 and 24 hours post-stroke, the study aims to identify early radiologic predictors of clinical outcomes, evaluated using the modified Rankin score at three months. The goal is to enhance understanding of factors influencing recovery in this patient population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with acute middle cerebral artery occlusion who are undergoing thrombectomy.

Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments or those unable to undergo MRI due to contraindications may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved prediction of clinical outcomes for stroke patients, allowing for better individualized treatment plans.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies exploring MRI in stroke assessment, this specific approach focusing on early predictive factors in thrombectomy patients is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged ≥ 18 years old
* Hospitalized at the Poitiers University Hospital
* Acute middle cerebral artery occlusion diagnosed by CT-scan or MRI
* NIHSS score ≥ 6 at admission
* To be treated by thrombectomy with or without fibrinolysis
* Written information delivered to the patient or his relatives concerning the study and its benefit and risk

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients or relatives whom a loyal information about the study cannot be given
* Patient with cognitive impairments before MRI.
* Patients who cannot undergo MRI because of contraindications
* Patients too deteriorated to tolerate one hour long exam

Where this trial is running

Poitiers

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Middle Cerebral Artery Acute Ischemic StrokeIschemic strokeacute middle cerebral artery occlusionmultimodal MRIthrombectomy
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.