Study of sound waves for leg artery blockages
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a new device that uses sound waves to break up calcium deposits in leg arteries, helping to improve blood flow and reduce symptoms like leg pain or wounds. It is for people with significant blockages above or below the knee.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must have a blocked or narrowed artery in your leg that is causing symptoms like leg pain or sores.
- The blockage must be severe (at least 70% narrowed) and have significant calcium buildup.
- You must have at least one open artery below the blockage to allow blood flow to your foot.
- You must be able to have an angiogram (X-ray of your blood vessels) and be healthy enough for a leg procedure.
- You cannot have had a heart attack or stroke in the last 60 days, and your kidneys must be working well.
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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