Desperate measure: rerouting veins to save legs from amputation
NCT ID NCT06277362
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a procedure that connects an artery to a vein in the foot to bring blood to tissues when standard treatments have failed. It includes 50 patients with severe leg artery disease and active wounds. The goal is to see if the procedure is safe and can prevent major amputation.
What this could mean
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Active substance
percutaneous deep foot venous arterialization procedure
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a way to save limbs and avoid amputation in patients with severe leg artery disease who cannot have standard treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an early study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure carries risks like bleeding, infection, or failure to restore blood flow.
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Arcispedale Santa Maria Nuova
WITHDRAWNReggio Emilia, Italy, 42122, Italy
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Azienda Ospedaliera S. Maria della Misericordia
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGPerugia, Perugia, 06156, Italy
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Irccs Inrca
RECRUITINGAncona, Ancona, 60129, Italy
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Ospedale Bufalini
RECRUITINGCesena, Italy, 47521, Italy
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Ospedale Cardarelli
RECRUITINGNaples, Italy, 80131, Italy
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Ospedale Pederzoli
RECRUITINGPeschiera del Garda, Veneto, 37019, Italy
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Ospedale San Martino
RECRUITINGBelluno, Italy, 32100, Italy
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Ospedale Santa Chiara
RECRUITINGTrento, Italy, 38123, Italy
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Ospedale di Conegliano - USLL2
WITHDRAWNConegliano, Italy, 31015, Italy