Shockwave treatment for calcified carotid artery narrowing
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a new device called SkyRunner that uses shockwaves to break up calcium buildup in carotid arteries (the major blood vessels in your neck that supply blood to the brain) before placing a stent. It's designed for patients who are at high risk for traditional surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have significant narrowing in your carotid artery (50% if you've had a recent stroke or mini-stroke, or 70% if you haven't had symptoms)
- Your carotid artery narrowing has heavy calcium buildup, confirmed by CT scan
- You are considered high-risk for traditional neck surgery due to age, heart/lung problems, prior neck surgery, or anatomy
- You haven't had a stroke or mini-stroke in the past week, and no major heart problems in the past 72 hours
- You don't have certain heart rhythm problems, blood clots, or bleeding disorders that would make the procedure unsafe
- You have at least 1 year of expected life remaining and can 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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