Clot-busting drug versus surgery for sudden blocked leg arteries
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares a clot-busting medicine (staphylokinase) against surgery in people with sudden, dangerous reduced blood flow to a leg. It may help find a safer or more effective way to restore circulation and prevent limb complications.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have acute limb ischemia that matches severity level I–II b
- You can sign consent to join the study
- You must use effective birth control during the study and for 3 weeks after (or you are not able to get pregnant)
- You must not currently have major bleeding, bleeding in the brain, or recent bleeding in the stomach/intestines
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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