Best method to fix a stent that is not fully open
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares different ways to fix a stent that hasn't expanded properly inside a coronary artery. If you have a narrowed stent (restenosis) that looks like it's not fully open, this study may help determine the best treatment approach.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had a heart artery stent placed at least 6 months ago that is now narrowed by 50% or more
- Your doctor suspects the stent did not fully expand (may use imaging to check)
- The artery with the problem is between 2.5 and 5.0 mm wide
- Blood flow through the artery is normal (TIMI 3)
- You are covered by French National Health Insurance
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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