Balloon inflation study for coronary stent placement
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a special way of inflating a balloon after placing a stent in a blocked heart artery. It aims to improve how well the stent expands, which may help keep the artery open.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a blockage in one heart artery that is at least 50% narrowed and need a stent.
- You are scheduled for a stent placement and an ultrasound test of the artery (IVUS) before the procedure.
- You are willing to participate and sign a consent form.
- You have no conditions that would prevent an IVUS test, stent placement, or balloon angioplasty.
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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