Plain-English translation of NCT07079345 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ·
Researchers are studying how advanced brain imaging—specifically a combined PET and MRI scanner—can better measure blood flow and how the brain uses energy in people with narrowed carotid arteries (blood vessels in the neck that supply the brain). This imaging technology may help doctors predict who is at risk for stroke and monitor how well treatment is working.
Many people with narrowed carotid arteries don't show obvious signs of brain damage on standard imaging, yet they still have stroke risk. This trial aims to find better ways to detect early warning signs using newer imaging technology, which could help doctors make better treatment decisions and predict outcomes.
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You would visit the hospital for advanced brain imaging scans (PET/MRI) at three time points: when you enroll, at 6 months, and at 12 months. During each visit, you'll undergo imaging scans to measure blood flow and brain metabolism, and doctors will assess your neurological function using standard clinical tests. The study is observational, meaning you are being monitored and studied—not receiving an experimental treatment.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 15, 2026 · Not medical advice
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