Drug-coated balloon for chronic heart artery blockages
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special balloon coated with medicine (drug-coated balloon) can safely open a completely blocked heart artery, instead of using a permanent stent. It may be an option for people who have chronic chest pain or shortness of breath due to a long-standing blockage.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a completely blocked artery in your heart that has been blocked for a while (called a chronic total occlusion).
- You have symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, or other signs that your heart isn't getting enough blood.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You have not had a recent heart attack or cardiogenic shock (very low blood pressure from heart failure).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you do not have a severe heart valve problem.
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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