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Transient Ischemic Attack

Part of Cerebral ischemia

7 published articles · Updated continuously

Clinical Trial Landscape

Clinical Trials for Transient Ischemic Attack

22 trials tracked for Transient Ischemic Attack: 4 in phase 3 or 4 and 3 with published results. The most-cited published study has 104 citations.

22Trials tracked
4Phase 3 & 4
0Recruiting
3With published results
Phase distribution
Phase 3 4 Phase 2 2 Other / NA 16
  1. Phase 3 [SOCRATES -Acute Stroke Or Transient IsChaemic Attack TReated With Aspirin or Ticagrelor and Patient OutcomES] Completed · 104 cited
  2. Phase 3 THALES - Acute STroke or Transient IscHaemic Attack Treated With TicAgreLor and ASA for PrEvention of Stroke and Death Completed · 99 cited
  3. Phase 3 Apixaban for Early Prevention of Recurrent Embolic Stroke and Hemorrhagic Transformation Completed · 30 cited
  4. Phase 3 Diagnosis and Treatment of Sleep Apnea in Cerebrovascular Disease Completed
  5. Phase 2 Revacept in Symptomatic Carotid Stenosis Completed
  6. Phase 2 Rivaroxaban Versus Warfarin in Acute Ischemic Stroke With Atrial Fibrillation Completed
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  1. N/A Comprehensive Post-Acute Stroke Services Completed
  2. N/A Improving Coordination and Transitions of Care in Stroke Patients Completed
  3. N/A Improving How Older Adults at Risk for Cardiovascular Outcomes Are Selected for Care Coordination Completed
  4. N/A Connected Health Blood Pressure Monitoring In Stroke and TIA Patients Completed
  5. N/A Prevent Return of Stroke Study Completed
  6. N/A Neuropsychometric Outcome After Carotid Endarterectomy Completed
  7. N/A Protocol-guided Rapid Evaluation of Veterans Experiencing New Transient Neurological Symptoms Completed
  8. N/A Vertebrobasilar Flow Evaluation and Risk of Transient Ischemic Attack and Stroke (VERiTAS) Completed
  9. N/A Effects of Cardiac Rehabilitation for Individuals With Transient Ischemic Attack Completed
  10. N/A Stroke Education Intervention Trial - Pilot Completed
  11. N/A VITATOPS: A Study of VITAmins TO Prevent Stroke Completed
  12. N/A RoBotic TCD Ultrasound BubbLe Study Compared to Transthoracic Echocardiography for Detection of Right to Left Shunt Completed
  13. N/A Canadian Pradaxa Acute Stroke Safety Study Completed
  14. N/A GORE® Septal Occluder Device for Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure in Stroke Patients Completed
  15. N/A Sleep Apnea in TIA/Stroke: Reducing Cardiovascular Risk With Positive Airway Pressure Completed
  16. N/A Adapting Tools to Implement Stroke Risk Management to Veterans Completed

Showing the 22 most-cited and recently-updated of 22 trials. Browse the full registry →

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Individual patient data meta-analysis links blood neurofilament light chain levels to ischemic stroke outcomes
Neurology Meta-analysis
Individual patient data meta-analysis links blood neurofilament light chain levels to ischemic stroke outcomes High blood NfL levels predict worse outcomes after ischemic stroke
This individual patient data meta-analysis evaluated blood neurofilament light chain (NfL) levels in 2872 adult patients within 30 days afte…
A meta-analysis of 2,872 patients found that higher blood neurofilament light chain levels within days of an ischemic stroke predict greater…
May 17, 2026
Glomerular Hyperfiltration Linked to Higher Mortality in Stroke and TIA Patients
Neurology Meta-analysis
Glomerular Hyperfiltration Linked to Higher Mortality in Stroke and TIA Patients Stroke Survivors Overlooked Danger Doubles Death Risk
An individual patient data meta-analysis of 11,175 patients with stroke or TIA found that glomerular hyperfiltration (eGFR > age- and sex-ad…
• Kidney overwork sharply raises death risk after stroke • Helps stroke patients and their doctors monitor better • Not yet routine care nee…
May 15, 2026
Health and Wellness coaching for blood pressure control in minor stroke or TIA
Cardiology RCT
Health and Wellness coaching for blood pressure control in minor stroke or TIA Your Daily Habits Could Shield You From Another Stroke
This is a Phase III randomized controlled trial protocol for adults with minor stroke or transient ischaemic attack in New Zealand. The stud…
• Lifestyle coaching cuts blood pressure better than standard care.
medRxiv May 11, 2026
Sex differences in outcomes after stroke in NVAF with ASCVD: a post hoc analysis
Cardiology RCT
Sex differences in outcomes after stroke in NVAF with ASCVD: a post hoc analysis Women and Men With AFib and Clogged Arteries Share Same Stroke Risk
This post hoc analysis of an RCT included 222 patients with recent ischemic stroke or TIA, NVAF, and ASCVD. No significant sex differences w…
Women and men with AFib and clogged arteries face similar risks for stroke, heart attack, and bleeding over two years.
May 2, 2026
Exercise reduces blood pressure after stroke or TIA: systematic review and meta-analysis
Neurology Meta-analysis
Exercise reduces blood pressure after stroke or TIA: systematic review and meta-analysis Exercise lowers blood pressure after stroke, review finds
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 25 studies found that aerobic exercise reduces systolic blood pressure by 3.79 mmHg and diastoli…
A review of 25 studies finds aerobic and combined exercise can significantly lower blood pressure in stroke survivors.
May 1, 2026
Asundexian added to antiplatelet therapy reduces recurrent stroke risk without increasing major bleeding in high-risk patients
Cardiology RCT
Asundexian added to antiplatelet therapy reduces recurrent stroke risk without increasing major bleeding in high-risk patients New drug lowers stroke risk in high-risk patients without increasing bleeding
This phase 3 trial evaluated asundexian added to standard antiplatelet therapy in patients with noncardioembolic ischemic stroke or high-ris…
A new daily pill lowers stroke risk in high-risk patients without increasing bleeding, offering a safer option for preventing clots after a …
Apr 16, 2026
Lp-PLA2 activity does not significantly modify dual antiplatelet therapy efficacy in minor stroke/TIA with CYP2C19 loss-of-function alleles
Neurology RCT
Lp-PLA2 activity does not significantly modify dual antiplatelet therapy efficacy in minor stroke/TIA with CYP2C19 loss-of-function alleles Blood enzyme levels don't change which stroke prevention drug works better, study finds
This subgroup analysis of the CHANCE-2 RCT examined 5919 patients with minor stroke/TIA and CYP2C19 loss-of-function alleles.
A simple blood test for inflammation doesn't predict which stroke prevention drug works best for patients with a specific genetic trait.
Apr 5, 2026

Questions about Transient Ischemic Attack

Can I expect sex differences in my cardiovascular death risk after a TIA?

Yes, sex may influence cardiovascular death risk after TIA, but evidence is mixed; some studies show no significant difference, while others suggest women may have lower risk.

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Do men and women have different outcomes after a TIA with atrial fibrillation?

Research suggests men and women with TIA and atrial fibrillation may have similar risks of stroke recurrence, but men may face higher risk of cognitive impairment and major vascular events.

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Does having glomerular hyperfiltration mean I have higher mortality after a TIA?

Yes, having glomerular hyperfiltration is linked to a higher risk of death after a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).

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