Acute Ischemic Stroke
Conditions
Keywords
endovascular therapy, large infarct volume
Brief summary
Endovascular therapy (EVT) was recommended as the primary treatment for patients with acute large vascular occlusion (LVO) in anterior circulation. However, the evidences of EVT for patients with large infarct volume were limited. In this study, the investigators assume that best medical management plus EVT might be superior than best medical management alone for patients who have evidence of a large infarct volume. The primary objective of the study was to establish the safety and efficacy of EVT in patients presenting with symptoms of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) from LVO in the anterior circulation and having a large infarct volume.
Detailed description
The ANGEL-ASPECT is a multicentered, prospective, randomized, open-label, blinded end-point (PROBE) study. A total of approximately 488 patients (age from 18 to 80 years) within 24 hours of symptom onset of acute ischemic stroke, who has the imaging evidence of an occlusion of the Internal Carotid Artery (ICA) terminus and/or Middle Cerebral Artery Main Stem (MCA M1) segment, large infarct core \[ defined as: 1) NCCT (noncontrast computed tomography) ASPECTS (Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score) 3-5, decided on last head CT scan before randomization. 2) Ischemic core volume ranges from 70-100ml, determined either on a diffusion-weighted MRI map based on an ADC (Apparent Diffusion Coefficient) threshold of less than 620 ×10-6mm2/s or on CTP (computed tomography perfusion) image with rCBF\<30%\] will be enrolled. Patients fulfilling all of the inclusion criteria and none of the exclusion criteria will be randomized 1:1 into two groups after offering informed content. One group will receive best medical management alone the other group will receive best medical management plus EVT including mechanical thrombectomy, aspiration thrombectomy, intra-arterial thrombolysis, angioplasty or stenting. The primary objective is to establish the efficacy of EVT in patients presenting with symptoms of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) from LVO in the anterior circulation and having a large infarct volume. The study consists of six visits including the day of randomization, 2 days after randomization, 7 days or discharge, and 30, 90 days and 1 year. Demographic information, symptoms and signs, laboratory test, neuro-imaging assessment neurological function rating scale will be recorded during the program. The primary endpoint is the modified Rankin's scale (mRS) at 90 days. The trial is anticipated to last from September 2020 to October 2022 with 488 subjects recruited form about 50 centers in China. All the related investigative organization and individuals will obey the Declaration of Helsinki and Chinese Good Clinical Practice standard. A Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) will regularly monitor safety during the study. The trial has been approved by Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Ethics Committee (EC) in Being Tiantan hospital, Capital Medical University.
Interventions
All the patients enrolled received standard guideline-directed medical therapy including: monitor vital signs, management of blood pressure, glucose and lipids, antithrombotic (antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy determined by treating physician) therapy if appropriate.
PROCEDUREEndovascular therapy
In the procedure, the methods including mechanical thrombectomy, aspiration thrombectomy, intra-arterial thrombolysis, angioplasty and stenting can be used according to the local interventionalists' choice. Mechanical thrombectomy (recommended with Solitaire、EMBOTRAP、Trevo or Reco revascularization device) or aspiration thrombectomy (recommended with Penumbra) will be recommended as the primary treatment.
Sponsors
Beijing Tiantan Hospital
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
SINGLE (Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 80 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
General Inclusion Criteria * 18 to 80 years of age * Presenting with symptoms consistent with an AIS * Pre-stroke mRS score 0-1 * NIHSS score 6-30 at the time of randomization * Randomization can be finished within 24 hours of stroke onset (stroke onset time is defined as last known well time) * Informed consent signed Specific Neuroimaging Inclusion Criteria * CTA or MRA proved occlusion of Internal Carotid Artery (ICA) terminal or M1 segment of Middle Cerebral Artery * Combination of NCCT ASPECTS and perfusion core volume when ASPECTS \<3 or \> 5 (6h-24h). Imaging evidence of low ASPECTS (based on NCCT) or large infarct Core (defined as rCBF \<30% on CT perfusion or ADC\<620 on MRI) filling one of the following criteria: 1. ASPECTS 3-5 2. ASPECTS \>5 (6h-24h) with infarct core volume 70-100 ml 3. ASPECTS \<3 with infarct core volume 70-100 ml
Exclusion criteria
General
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Neurofunctional deficit defined as modified Rankin Scale (mRS) | 90±7 days after randomization | The modified Rankin Scale (mRS) is a commonly used scale for measuring the degree of disability or dependence in the daily activities of people who have suffered a stroke or other causes of neurological disability. The scale runs from 0-6 with 0 being perfect health without symptoms to 6 being death. Score 0: No symptoms Score 1: No significant disability. Able to carry out all usual activities, despite some symptoms. Score 2: Slight disability. Able to look after own affairs without assistance, but unable to carry out all previous activities. Score 3: Moderate disability. Requires some help, but able to walk unassisted. Score 4: Moderately severe disability. Unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance, and unable to walk unassisted. Score 5: Severe disability. Requires constant nursing care and attention, bedridden, incontinent. Score 6: Dead |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 90-day good clinical outcome | 90±14 days after randomization | Good clinical outcome defined as a dichotomized mRS 0-2 outcome |
| 90-day favorable clinical outcome | 90±7 days after randomization | Favorable clinical outcome defined as a dichotomized mRS 0-3 outcome |
| Dramatic recovery | baseline, 36±12 hours after randomization | 36-hour (24-48 hours) NIHSS score ≤1 or ≥10 points drop as compared with baseline |
| Change of infarct volume from baseline to 36-hour (24-48 hours) | baseline, 36±12 hours after randomization | The infarct volume is determined on a diffusion-weighted MRI map based on an ADC threshold of less than 620 ×10-6mm2/s or on CTP image with rCBF\<30% |
| Rate of symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage (sICH) per Heidelberg standard | within 48 hours after randomization | Heidelberg standard was defined as new intracranial hemorrhage detected by brain imaging associated with any of the item below: * 4 points total NIHSS at the time of diagnosis compared to immediately before worsening. * 2 point in one NIHSS category. Leading to intubation/hemicraniectomy/ventricular drainage placement or other major medical/surgical intervention. Absence of alternative explanation for deterioration. |
| Any type of intracranial hemorrhage according to Heidelberg Classification. | 36±12 hours after randomization | Any type of intracranial hemorrhage according to Heidelberg Classification. |
| Rate of decompressive hemicraniectomy | 7±1 days after randomization or discharge | Rate of decompressive hemicraniectomy |
| Rate of successful recanalization | 36±12 hours after randomization | Rate of participants with recanalization of the primary arterial occlusive lesion at 36±12 hours |
| All-cause mortality rate | 90±7 days after randomization | All-cause mortality rate at 90±14 days |
Countries
China
Outcome results
None listed