Resources
The following resources provide additional information about carotid artery disease, stroke, clinical trials, and research.
Healthcare professionals
Click here to view or download a brochure with a brief overview of the ACT I trial.
www.vascularweb.org
This site is sponsored by the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS). The SVS seeks to advance vascular health through education, advocacy, research, and public awareness. The site includes a broad range of information for patients, healthcare professionals, and students.
www.medscape.com/resource/stroke
This Medscape resource center offers daily updates on research, news headlines, and products. It also includes information on diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation issues, as well as accredited CME courses.
Clinical trials and research
www.clinicaltrials.gov
ClinicalTrials.gov provides updated information about federally and privately supported clinical research, including the purpose of a trial, locations, and who may participate.
www.centerwatch.com
CenterWatch.com is an open resource offering information about clinical research and listings of active industry- and government-sponsored clinical trials.
Patients and caregivers
Click here to view or download a comprehensive patient brochure that includes information about carotid artery disease and stroke and provides easy-to-understand facts about the ACT I trial.
www.strokeassociation.org
The American Stroke Association is the division of the American Heart Association solely focused on reducing disability and death from stroke. This site offers information on a range of topics geared to the general public.
www.stroke.org
Established in 1984, the National Stroke Association focuses on lowering the incidence and impact of stroke through community outreach. Information is focused on stroke prevention. The site includes information for patients and caregivers as well as for physicians, nurses, rehabilitation specialists, and emergency service providers.
