Balloon and Laser Treatment for Leg Artery Blockages
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a combination of balloon and laser techniques to open blocked arteries in the legs. It may help improve blood flow and symptoms like pain or wounds that aren't healing.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You have moderate to severe leg pain or wounds from poor blood flow (Rutherford Category 2–5)
- Blood pressure readings in your legs show significant blockage (ABI ≤0.90 or TBI ≤0.70)
- Your blocked artery is in the thigh or behind the knee (upper leg) or calf/foot area (lower leg)
- The blockage is heavily calcified (hardened), at least moderately
- You do not have severe kidney disease (creatinine ≤2.5 mg/dL) and are not on dialysis
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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