Arm exercise test to understand risks in leg artery disease
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial uses a special arm exercise test (CPETarm) to help doctors better understand risks for people with severe leg artery disease (chronic limb threatening ischemia). It may help guide treatment decisions before a procedure like bypass surgery or amputation.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with severe leg artery disease (chronic limb threatening ischemia).
- You are scheduled to have a procedure like leg bypass surgery, artery cleaning, or amputation.
- You are able to exercise using only your arms (for the test).
- You do not have unstable heart conditions, like recent chest pain or uncontrolled heart failure.
- You do not have a serious heart valve problem or a physical disability that would prevent arm exercise.
- You can give your informed consent and follow study instructions.
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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