Effectiveness of Ginkgo Diterpene Lactone Meglumine in Acute Ischemic Stroke

The randomized controlled trial (RCT) of GDLM for the treatment of AIS was published in JAMA Network Open, titled "Efficacy and Safety of Ginkgo Diterpene Lactone Meglumine in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Randomized Clinical Trial." This study provided valuable insights into the efficacy and safety of GDLM in improving functional recovery for patients with AIS. However, the generalizability of these findings to real-world medical settings remains unclear, as the trial was conducted under controlled conditions that may not fully reflect routine clinical practice. To address this gap, we will conduct this study to further explore the effectiveness of GDLM in a real medical environment. Using routine clinical care data for real-world evidence, we aim to investigate the treatment's impact on a broader and more diverse patient population. This approach will allow us to better understand the practical application of GDLM in everyday clinical settings, including its potential benefits and challenges when used outside the confines of a RCT.

Inclusion criteria

• aged ≥18 years, regardless of gender
• within 48 hours of stroke onset of ischemic stroke
• patient or their legally authorized representative (LAR) has signed informed consent or legally authorized oral consent with documentation

Exclusion criteria

• mRS score of 2 or more prior to onset
• total hospital stay less than 7 days
• use of other ginkgo-derived preparations except GDLM
• current or planned participation in any other interventional clinical trials
• inability to comply with study procedures due to documented psychiatric disorders or severe cognitive impairment