Cerebrovascular Accident
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study was to study the safety and effect of stem cell therapy on the functional recovery in patients with chronic stroke.
Interventions
bone marrow derived mononuclear cells are administered intrathecally in chronic stroke patients
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* males and females * above 18 years of age * diagnosed as stroke by clinical and MRI findings
Exclusion criteria
* presence of respiratory distress * presence of acute infections such as Human Immunodeficient Virus/Hepatitis B Virus/Hepatitis C Virus * malignancies * acute medical conditions such as respiratory infection, fever * hemoglobin less than 8 * bleeding tendency * bone marrow disorder * left ventricular ejection fraction \< 30% * pregnancy or breastfeeding
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Functional Independence Measure | 6 months |
Countries
India