Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)


CLOTS trial design

The CLOTS trial used a standard RCT design, see the ‘Research’ topic loop for more information.

Clots design flowchart


Topic Loop:

A standard RCT design used in the CLOTS trial

Immobile Stroke patient Day 0-3 of admission

Screen for eligibility

Consent

Baseline data collection

Randomisation

 

Routine care

Duplex of both legs at 7-10 days

Duplex of both legs at 25-30 days (optional)

Postal / phone 6 month follow up

Routine care Plus Stockings

Duplex of both legs at 7-10 days

Duplex of both legs at 25-30 days (optional)

Postal / phone 6 month follow up

Page last reviewed: 16 Sep 2020