New balloon shows promise in heart valve procedure
NCT ID NCT07304427
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a balloon catheter called Alwide Plus, used to widen the aortic valve before replacing it in people with severe aortic stenosis. 75 patients took part across multiple hospitals in China. The results showed the balloon was safe and effective for this pre-dilation step, helping the new valve be placed correctly.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Alwide Plus balloon catheter
What this could lead to
If successful, this could confirm that the Alwide Plus balloon is a safe and effective tool for preparing the aortic valve before replacement, improving outcomes for patients with severe aortic stenosis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-arm study with no comparison group, so results may not apply to all patients. The balloon is only one part of a complex procedure, and success depends on many factors.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University
Zhanjiang, Guangdong, China
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Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital
Guangzhou, China
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Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital
Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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Yan'an Hospital of Kunming City
Kunming, Yunnan, China