RecruitingAcute Ischemic StrokeAcute Ischemic Stroke (AIS) Related to a Distal Occlusion
FORWARD: Functional Outcomes in Real-World Treatment And Revascularization of Non-dominant and Distal M2 Occlusions
Eligible age
18+ yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
1 state
Healthy volunteers
No
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About this study
The objective of this study is to collect safety and effectiveness data on the Penumbra System reperfusion catheters in participants with isolated primary non-dominant and distal M2 occlusions who undergo endovascular mechanical thrombectomy (EVT). Additionally, this study aims to observe characteristics and outcomes of participants treated with medical management (MM) alone and those who receive EVT + MM per current medical practice.
Sponsor: Penumbra Inc.
You may qualify if…
- ✓ 1. Participant age ≥ 18
- ✓ 2. Participant experiencing acute ischemic stroke due to a confirmed primary M2 occlusion in the vertical segment or post-bifurcation in the non-dominant or co-dominant branch of the horizontal segment
- ✓ 3. NIHSS ≥5 or NIHSS 3-4 with disabling symptoms
- ✓ 4. Pre-stroke mRS 0-1
- ✓ 5. For participants undergoing thrombectomy: Planned first-line treatment with Penumbra System reperfusion catheters
- ✓ 6. Informed consent obtained per Institutional Review Board/Ethics Committee requirements
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ 1. Any stenosis or occlusion in the ICA origin requiring treatment during the procedure or within the 90-day follow-up period.
- ✕ 2. Known multiple occlusions
- ✕ 3. Secondary M2 occlusion
- ✕ 4. Known or high suspicion of underlying ICAD as the cause of the M2 occlusion
- ✕ 5. Current hospitalization at time of stroke onset and/or any comorbid disease or condition expected to compromise survival or ability to complete follow-up assessments through 90 days
- ✕ 6. Currently participating in an investigational (drug, device, etc.) clinical trial that will influence the endovascular procedure or acute treatment. Participants in secondary prevention, observational, natural history and/or epidemiological studies are eligible.
- ✕ 7. Other medical, behavioral, or psychological conditions that in the opinion of the Investigator could limit the ability to participate in the study, including compliance with follow-up requirements, or that could impact the scientific integrity of the study
Where it's recruiting
Tennessee
Knoxville
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT07749170 · last updated 2026-08-06