Study on Prognosis of Acutely Ruptured Intracranial Aneurysms

Launched by HAAGLANDEN MEDICAL CENTRE · May 1, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

The SPARTA study is a research project happening in the Netherlands that aims to find out the best ways to treat patients with a specific type of bleeding in the brain called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. This bleeding is usually caused by a burst blood vessel in the brain known as an aneurysm. The study will compare two main treatment methods: surgery and a less invasive approach called endovascular treatment. Researchers will also look at how much these treatments cost and what factors might influence a patient’s recovery.

To participate in this study, individuals must be at least 18 years old and have a confirmed diagnosis of subarachnoid hemorrhage, with a specific aneurysm identified as the cause within the last six months. Participants will be asked to give their written consent to join the study. It’s important to note that the study is currently recruiting participants, and those who are fluent in Dutch are eligible. By joining, participants can help researchers better understand how to improve care for future patients facing this serious condition.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Confirmed diagnosis of subarachnoid haemorrhage on CT-scan or lumbar puncture (in the presence of a negative CT-scan)
• • Intracranial aneurysm proven within 6 months to be the cause of subarachnoid haemorrhage
• • Age 18 years or over at presentation.
• • Written informed consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Subarachnoid haemorrhage deemed most likely of 'perimesencephalic' origin after consideration of history, clinical examination and radiological findings (including angiographic imaging)
• • Subarachnoid haemorrhage deemed most likely of post-traumatic origin after consideration of history, clinical examination and radiological findings (including angiographic imaging)
• • Diagnosis of intracerebral arteriovenous malformations or dural arteriovenous fistula.
• • No diagnosis of intracranial aneurysm at 6 months after onset of symptoms.
• • Not mastering the Dutch language