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Corticosteroids for Pediatric Stroke (FOCAS Trial)
FOCAS Trial Summary
This trial compares early vs delayed/no corticosteroid treatment for children with suspected stroke or TIA. All participants get aspirin + supportive care. Those in Arm A get early treatment, in B delayed if disease progresses.
FOCAS Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowFOCAS Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.FOCAS Trial Design
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has Arm A been granted clearance by the FDA?
"There is ample evidence demonstrating the safety of Arm A, thus it has been assigned a 3 on our internal rating scale. This efficacy was determined through Phase 4 trials; indicating that this treatment had already received approval."
Are there still available vacancies for participation in this clinical trial?
"The records hosted on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrate that this particular trial is no longer accepting applications, as it was initially posted in October 1st 2023 and last edited September 8th of the same year. However, there are 1190 other studies actively recruiting patients at present time."
Can I join this medical research project?
"In order to be eligible for this research, the participant must have had a pediatric stroke and fall within 1 year old - 18 years old. A total of 80 individuals are required for proper data collection."
Does the current trial extend to individuals aged twenty and above?
"According to the stipulations of this clinical trial, eligible participants must be at least 1 year old and no more than 18 years old."
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