Balloon treatment for leg artery blockages with calcium
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial uses a special balloon (Shockwave IVL) to break up calcium in leg artery blockages, improving blood flow and reducing pain. It's for people with moderate to severe calcium buildup in the femoropopliteal artery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have leg pain or wounds (Rutherford category 2-5)
- You have a severe blockage (more than 70%) or complete closure in your thigh or knee artery
- You have at least one open artery below the knee to allow blood flow to the foot
- Your life expectancy is more than 2 years
- You have moderate to severe calcium buildup in the blocked area
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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