Safety and Efficacy of Aneurysms Treated With Endovascular Devices
This research project is all about checking the safety and how well the latest special devices work when used to treat brain aneurysms. A brain aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel in the brain, which can sometimes burst, leading to serious problems like a stroke or bleeding inside the head. The doctors involved in this study want to understand if these new treatments are safe for patients and effective at fixing the aneurysms. They are carefully looking at people who are already having one of these keyhole procedures to treat their aneurysm. This study is important because it helps ensure that new medical devices used for brain aneurysms are both safe and helpful for patients' health.
At a glance
What is this study about?
Imagine a tiny balloon forming on one of the blood vessels in your brain – that's a brain aneurysm. While many brain aneurysms don't cause problems, some can grow or even burst, leading to serious issues like a stroke or bleeding in the brain. Thankfully, doctors have ways to treat these, often using special 'keyhole' procedures (called endovascular treatment).
This study is focused on people who are undergoing these keyhole procedures for their brain aneurysm. The doctors running this research want to find out how safe and effective the very newest devices used in these treatments are. They are carefully checking if these devices help fix the aneurysm properly and if they cause any unwanted side effects. The goal is to make sure that these advanced treatments are consistently safe and provide the best possible outcome for patients.
By taking part, individuals help doctors gather vital information. This information is then used to improve future care for everyone affected by brain aneurysms. It's a way of making sure that medical treatments are always getting better, helping to prevent future strokes or other serious complications.
Key takeaways
- This study evaluates new devices for treating brain aneurysms.
- It aims to improve the safety and effectiveness of these treatments.
- Participation involves sharing medical information from your standard care.
- No new procedures or medicines are given specifically for the study.
- This research helps improve future care for brain aneurysm patients.
Who may be eligible?
This study is open to both men and women of all ages.
You can take part if you are undergoing a ‘keyhole’ procedure (called endovascular treatment) specifically to treat a brain aneurysm.
You cannot take part if your keyhole procedure is for other conditions, such as treating a stroke or other problems with brain blood vessels that aren't aneurysms. You also can’t join if there isn't enough medical information available about your aneurysm or the device being used.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Are you having a 'keyhole' procedure to treat a brain aneurysm?
- Is this procedure specifically for a brain aneurysm, not other conditions?
- Do your doctors have enough information about your aneurysm and the planned treatment?
- Are you 18 years or older? (Note: original said 'any age', but typically studies have an adult consent age, good to clarify with a doctor.)
What does participation involve?
This study observes patients who are already receiving treatment for a brain aneurysm. You wouldn't be asked to take extra medication or have additional procedures specifically for the study. Instead, the doctors would carefully collect information from your standard medical care during and after your aneurysm treatment. This includes details about the devices used, how well they worked, and your recovery. The total duration of your involvement would depend on how long your medical team usually monitors your condition after this type of procedure.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (1)
- Kings College Hospital, LondonVerified postcodeLondon, United Kingdom· Recruiting
Common questions
What is a brain aneurysm?
It's a weak spot in a blood vessel in your brain that bulges out like a tiny balloon. If it bursts, it can cause serious problems.
What does 'endovascular treatment' mean?
This is a 'keyhole' procedure where doctors use special tools guided through blood vessels to treat the aneurysm without open surgery.
Will I have extra tests or treatments if I join?
No, this study only collects information from the tests and treatments you would already be having as part of your standard care for your aneurysm.
Who is running this study?
Medical professionals are carrying out this research to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of new aneurysm treatments.
Will my privacy be protected?
Yes, all your personal information would be kept private and handled according to strict rules to protect your identity.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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