New stent shows promise for deadly aortic tear
NCT ID NCT02380716
First seen May 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested a special stent graft to treat a severe tear in the aorta (the main artery from the heart). 21 people with a specific type of aortic dissection received the device. The goal was to see if the procedure is feasible and safe, focusing on survival 30 days later and successful sealing of the tear.
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University of Southern California- Keck Medicine
Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States
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