Stent procedure for poor blood flow in the leg ulcers and gangrene
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a new minimally invasive procedure (placing a small stent) to improve blood flow to a severely threatened foot or lower leg. It may help people whose ulcers or gangrene are not treatable with standard bypass or other surgeries.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 95 years old
- You have chronic limb-threatening poor blood flow with an ulcer (Rutherford 5) or gangrene (Rutherford 6), confirmed by tests
- Doctors say a standard bypass or endovascular procedure won’t work for your limb, or there’s no suitable vein/target for it
- You can have the treatment safely based on the size of the main artery near the crossover area for the device
- Your main wound is stable (not rapidly worsening), and you’re able to follow wound care, medications, and follow-up visits
- If you have diabetes, your blood sugar control must be reasonably stable (HbA1c under 10%)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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