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INVEST Feasibility - Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery With Apollo in Patients With Brain Hemorrhage

INVEST: A Single Arm, Feasibility Study of Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgical Treatment With Apollo for Supratentorial Intracerebral Hemorrhage (ICH)

Status
Completed
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT02654015
Enrollment
50
Registered
2016-01-13
Start date
2017-06-30
Completion date
2022-09-07
Last updated
2023-11-22

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Intracranial Hemorrhage

Keywords

intracranial hemorrhage, neurosurgery

Brief summary

The primary objective of this multicenter single arm feasibility study is to provide an assessment of enrollment and follow up feasibility for this patient population being treated with the Apollo Minimally Invasive Surgical Treatment (MIES). Patients who do not qualify for the INVEST Feasibility Study will be referred to the INVEST Registry study.

Detailed description

Objective: The primary objective of this multicenter single arm feasibility study is to provide an assessment of enrollment and follow up feasibility for this patient population being treated with the Apollo or Artemis Minimally Invasive Surgical Treatment (MIES). Patients who do not qualify for the INVEST Feasibility Study will be referred to the INVEST Registry study. Study Design: This study will be a prospective, multi-centered trial that will enroll 50 patients at up to 10 United States (US) centers. Patient Population: Patients with moderate-large volume (20-80 cc) supratentorial intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) who present within 24 hours of symptom onset. Enrolled patients will receive minimally invasive endoscopic evacuation with the Apollo system or Artemis Device. Indication: The Artemis Neuro Evacuation Device is used for the controlled aspiration of tissue and/or fluid during surgery of the Ventricular System or Cerebrum in conjunction with a Penumbra Aspiration Pump. The Penumbra Aspiration Pump is indicated as a vacuum source for the Penumbra Aspiration Systems. The Apollo system has been cleared for the controlled aspiration of soft tissue and/or fluid during endoscopically guided neurosurgery of the ventricular system or cerebrum. In the present study, the researchers propose to investigate the feasibility of studying this patient population for eventual implementation of efficacy trials.

Interventions

DEVICEApollo MIES

Subjects will receive best medical management plus MIES (minimally invasive endoscopic surgery with use of the Apollo System.

OTHERMedical Management

Subjects will receive best medical management for intracranial hemorrhage

Sponsors

MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL
CollaboratorOTHER
University at Buffalo
CollaboratorOTHER
J. Mocco
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
22 Years to 84 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* Patient age ≥ 22 and ≤ 80, or age \< 85 with baseline mRS=0 * Supratentorial ICH of volume ≥ 30 mL \< 80 ml (measured using A x B X C/2 method) * CT/MR demonstrates ICH stability (\< 5 cc growth) at 6 hours after admission scan * If the initial stability scan shows growth, a second stability scan can be performed q12h until stability is demonstrated or until eligibility for the study has lapsed. * NIHSS ≥ 6 * Presenting GCS 5 - 15 * Historical mRS 0 to 2 * Symptom onset \< 24 h prior initial CT * Apollo MIES can be initiated within 72h of ictus/bleed * SBP can be controlled \< 160 mmHg and sustained at this level for at least 6 hours

Exclusion criteria

* Imaging * Expanding hemorrhage on stability CT/MR scan * Spot sign identified on CTA (May perform a second CTA at 12 hours to demonstrate resolution) * Hemorrhagic lesion such as a vascular malformation (cavernous malformation, AVM etc), aneurysm, neoplasm * Hemorrhagic conversion of an underlying ischemic stroke * Infratentorial hemorrhage * Large associated intra-ventricular hemorrhage requiring treatment for IVH-related mass effect or shift due to trapped ventricle (EVD for ICP management is allowed) * Midbrain extension/involvement * Absolute contraindication to CTA, conventional angiography, and MRA * Coagulation Issues * Absolute requirement for long-term anti-coagulation (e.g., Mechanical valve replacement (bio-prostatic valve is permitted), high risk atrial fibrillation) * Known hereditary or acquired hemorrhagic diathesis, coagulation factor deficiency * Platelet count \< 100 x 103 cells/mm3 or known platelet dysfunction * INR \> 1.4, elevated prothrombin time or activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), which cannot be corrected or otherwise accounted for (i.e., lupus anti-coagulant) * Patient Factors * Presenting GCS 3 or 4. * High risk condition for ischemic stroke (high risk Afib (e.g., mitral stenosis with Afib), symptomatic carotid stenosis) * Requirement for emergent surgical decompression or uncontrolled ICP after EVD * Unable to obtain consent from patient or appropriate surrogate (for patients without competence) * Pregnancy, breast-feeding, or positive pregnancy test \[either serum or urine\] (Woman of child-bearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test prior to the study procedure.) * Evidence of active infection \[indicated by fever (at or over 100.7 °F) and/or open draining wound\] at the time of randomization * Any comorbid disease or condition expected to compromise survival or ability to complete follow-up assessments through 180 days. * Based on investigator's judgment, patient does not have the necessary mental capacity to participate or is unwilling or unable to comply with protocol follow up appointment schedule. * Active drug or alcohol use or dependence that, in the opinion of the site investigator would interfere with adherence to study requirements. * Currently participating in another interventional (drug, device, etc) research project.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Number of Participants Enrolled Within 730 Days of First Enrollment730 daysNumber of participants enrolled within 730 days of first enrollment to determine rate of recruitment
Number of Participants With Available mRS Score180 daysRate of Successful Follow up Obtainment based on number of participants with available mRS score at 180 days

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
EQ-5D-5L180 daysEQ-5D is a standardised measure of health status developed by the EuroQol Group in order to provide a simple, generic measure of health for clinical and economic appraisal. EQ-5D-5L health states, defined by the EQ-5D-5L descriptive system, may be converted into a single index value. scored as 1 = no problem to 5 = severe problem Full scale from 0-25, with higher score indicating better health outcomes.
Length of Hospital Stayaverage of 14 daysnumber of days of hospital stay
Number of Participants With Modified Rankin Score (mRS) Less Than or Equal to 3180 daysNumber of participants with modified Rankin score (mRS) less than or equal to 3 to assess global disability assessed. The Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) The scale runs from 0-6, running from perfect health without symptoms to death. 0 - No symptoms. 1. \- No significant disability. Able to carry out all usual activities, despite some symptoms. 2. \- Slight disability. Able to look after own affairs without assistance, but unable to carry out all previous activities. 3. \- Moderate disability. Requires some help, but able to walk unassisted. 4. \- Moderately severe disability. Unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance, and unable to walk unassisted. 5. \- Severe disability. Requires constant nursing care and attention, bedridden, incontinent. 6. \- Dead.
Stroke Impact Scale - Mobility180 daysFor each item, the individual is asked to rate the level of difficulty of the item in the past 2 weeks using the following scale: * 1 = could not do it at all * 2 = very difficult * 3 = somewhat difficult * 4 = a little difficult * 5 = not difficult at all Stroke Impact Scale full scale from 0-45, with higher score indicating better health outcomes
Number of Participants With IVH (mGraeb > 0) With an mGraeb Score of Less Than or Equal to 5Day 7Predominantly or Only IVH: number of participants with IVH (mGraeb \> 0) with an mGraeb score of less than or equal to 5 on day 7 CT scan. Number of participants with IVH (mGraeb \> 0) with an mGraeb score of less than or equal to 5 as indication of surgical success.
Number of Participants Who Died Within 90 Days of the Procedure90 daysRate of mortality as Safety Endpoint. Number of participants who died within 90 days of the procedure.
Number of Participants Who Meet Both Criteria of Reduction of Hemorrhage Volume180 daysPredominantly or Only ICH: Number of participants who meet both criteria of reduction of reduction to \< 15 cc total volume AND \>60% reduction in hemorrhage volume on immediate post-treatment CT scan. Number of participants who meet both criteria of reduction of Hemorrhage volume as indication of surgical success.
Stroke Impact Scale - ADLs180 daysFor each item, the individual is asked to rate the level of difficulty of the item in the past 2 weeks using the following scale: * 1 = could not do it at all * 2 = very difficult * 3 = somewhat difficult * 4 = a little difficult * 5 = not difficult at all Stroke Impact Scale - ADL's full scale from 0-50, with higher score indicating better health outcomes.

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIES
Subjects received best medical management for ICH plus they received the MIES surgery and use of the Apollo System for clot evacuation. Apollo MIES: Subjects received best medical management plus MIES (minimally invasive endoscopic surgery with use of the Apollo System. Medical Management: Subjects received best medical management for intracranial hemorrhage
50
Total50

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000
Overall StudyDeath12
Overall StudyLost to Follow-up3

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicMedical Management Plus Apollo MIES
Age, Continuous61.5 years
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
8 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
39 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
3 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
9 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
9 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
15 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
17 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
20 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
30 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
12 / 50
other
Total, other adverse events
25 / 50
serious
Total, serious adverse events
24 / 50

Outcome results

Primary

Number of Participants Enrolled Within 730 Days of First Enrollment

Number of participants enrolled within 730 days of first enrollment to determine rate of recruitment

Time frame: 730 days

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESNumber of Participants Enrolled Within 730 Days of First Enrollment23 Participants
Primary

Number of Participants With Available mRS Score

Rate of Successful Follow up Obtainment based on number of participants with available mRS score at 180 days

Time frame: 180 days

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESNumber of Participants With Available mRS Score47 Participants
Secondary

EQ-5D-5L

EQ-5D is a standardised measure of health status developed by the EuroQol Group in order to provide a simple, generic measure of health for clinical and economic appraisal. EQ-5D-5L health states, defined by the EQ-5D-5L descriptive system, may be converted into a single index value. scored as 1 = no problem to 5 = severe problem Full scale from 0-25, with higher score indicating better health outcomes.

Time frame: 180 days

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESEQ-5D-5L12.5 score on a scale
Secondary

Length of Hospital Stay

number of days of hospital stay

Time frame: average of 14 days

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESLength of Hospital Stay13.5 days
Secondary

Number of Participants Who Died Within 90 Days of the Procedure

Rate of mortality as Safety Endpoint. Number of participants who died within 90 days of the procedure.

Time frame: 90 days

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESNumber of Participants Who Died Within 90 Days of the Procedure7 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants Who Meet Both Criteria of Reduction of Hemorrhage Volume

Predominantly or Only ICH: Number of participants who meet both criteria of reduction of reduction to \< 15 cc total volume AND \>60% reduction in hemorrhage volume on immediate post-treatment CT scan. Number of participants who meet both criteria of reduction of Hemorrhage volume as indication of surgical success.

Time frame: 180 days

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESNumber of Participants Who Meet Both Criteria of Reduction of Hemorrhage Volume28 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With IVH (mGraeb > 0) With an mGraeb Score of Less Than or Equal to 5

Predominantly or Only IVH: number of participants with IVH (mGraeb \> 0) with an mGraeb score of less than or equal to 5 on day 7 CT scan. Number of participants with IVH (mGraeb \> 0) with an mGraeb score of less than or equal to 5 as indication of surgical success.

Time frame: Day 7

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESNumber of Participants With IVH (mGraeb > 0) With an mGraeb Score of Less Than or Equal to 519 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Modified Rankin Score (mRS) Less Than or Equal to 3

Number of participants with modified Rankin score (mRS) less than or equal to 3 to assess global disability assessed. The Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) The scale runs from 0-6, running from perfect health without symptoms to death. 0 - No symptoms. 1. \- No significant disability. Able to carry out all usual activities, despite some symptoms. 2. \- Slight disability. Able to look after own affairs without assistance, but unable to carry out all previous activities. 3. \- Moderate disability. Requires some help, but able to walk unassisted. 4. \- Moderately severe disability. Unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance, and unable to walk unassisted. 5. \- Severe disability. Requires constant nursing care and attention, bedridden, incontinent. 6. \- Dead.

Time frame: 180 days

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESNumber of Participants With Modified Rankin Score (mRS) Less Than or Equal to 322 Participants
Secondary

Stroke Impact Scale - ADLs

For each item, the individual is asked to rate the level of difficulty of the item in the past 2 weeks using the following scale: * 1 = could not do it at all * 2 = very difficult * 3 = somewhat difficult * 4 = a little difficult * 5 = not difficult at all Stroke Impact Scale - ADL's full scale from 0-50, with higher score indicating better health outcomes.

Time frame: 180 days

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESStroke Impact Scale - ADLs33 score on a scale
Secondary

Stroke Impact Scale - Mobility

For each item, the individual is asked to rate the level of difficulty of the item in the past 2 weeks using the following scale: * 1 = could not do it at all * 2 = very difficult * 3 = somewhat difficult * 4 = a little difficult * 5 = not difficult at all Stroke Impact Scale full scale from 0-45, with higher score indicating better health outcomes

Time frame: 180 days

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
Medical Management Plus Apollo MIESStroke Impact Scale - Mobility31 score on a scale

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026