Shockwave or cutting balloon: which is better for Rock-Hard arteries?
Disease control
Completed
This study tested two methods to soften severely calcified (hardened) coronary arteries before placing a stent: a cutting balloon that scores the plaque, and shockwave lithotripsy that uses sound waves to crack it. 413 adults with stable heart disease or unstable angina took part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baim Institute for Clinical Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 04, 2026 04:38 UTC