NCT07235423

Predictors of Post-Thrombectomy Cognitive Impairment in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients

Predictors of Post-Thrombectomy Cognitive Impairment in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients : a Prospective Cohort Study

• Status: Not Yet Recruiting
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 120 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Assiut University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years
• Healthy volunteers: —

Summary

This prospective cohort study investigates predictors of post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) in patients undergoing endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) for acute ischemic stroke due to large vessel occlusion. Adult patients with successful reperfusion (mTICI 2b-3) will be followed at 3 and 6 months to assess cognition, functional recovery, and depression. Predictors across clinical, procedural, radiological, and laboratory domains will be analyzed. The study aims to identify risk factors for PSCI, estimate its prevalence, and evaluate its impact on outcomes.

Detailed description

Post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) is a major cause of long-term disability, affecting up to 40% of ischemic stroke survivors. Large vessel occlusion (LVO) strokes, often treated with endovascular thrombectomy (EVT), carry a particularly high risk of cognitive sequelae. While EVT has proven efficacy in improving functional outcomes, its effect on cognitive outcomes remains underexplored. This prospective observational cohort study will enroll approximately 120 adult patients (≥18 years) with anterior circulation LVO undergoing EVT at Assiut University Hospital. Eligible participants must achieve successful reperfusion (mTICI 2b-3) and provide consent. Patients with severe aphasia, coma, pre-existing dementia, non-ischemic etiologies, or early death (within 72 hours) will be excluded. Participants will undergo systematic assessment of cognitive function (MoCA-Arabic, Oxford Cognitive Screening if MoCA \<26), functional status (mRS, Barthel Index), and mood (HADS-Arabic) at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months. Clinical data (demographics, vascular risk factors, NIHSS, time metrics), procedural details (technique, procedure time, number of passes, anesthesia type, hemodynamic stability, complications), radiological parameters (infarct site and volume, ASPECTS, WMH by Fazekas score, cortical atrophy, microbleeds), and laboratory markers (CRP, ESR, lipid profile, HbA1C, uric acid, D-dimer, CBC) will be collected. The primary objective is to identify predictors of PSCI at 3-6 months after thrombectomy. Secondary objectives include estimating the prevalence of PSCI in this population and analyzing its association with functional outcomes and depression. Statistical analysis will include univariate and multivariate regression models adjusting for potential confounders such as age, education, and infarct volume. Ethical approval has been obtained from the Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University Ethics Committee. Written informed consent will be obtained from all participants, and confidentiality will be strictly maintained.

Conditions

• Ischemic Stroke, Acute

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-12-01
• Primary completion: 2027-12-30
• Completion: 2028-01-15
• First posted: 2025-11-19
• Last updated: 2025-11-19