Laser tool aims to save legs from amputation in blockage trial

NCT ID NCT06777901

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a laser device called the Auryon Atherectomy System, used with standard balloon angioplasty, works better than balloon angioplasty alone for people with severe leg artery blockages (critical limb ischemia). The trial will enroll 224 adults who are at risk of amputation. Researchers will compare rates of death, amputation, repeat procedures, and blood flow improvement over 12 months.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Auryon Atherectomy System (laser device) used with balloon angioplasty

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a better way to treat severe leg blockages, reducing the need for amputation or repeat procedures.

What could go wrong

This is a phase 4 trial, but the device may not prove more effective than balloon angioplasty alone. There are risks like vessel damage or incomplete clearing of blockages.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

limb ischemia peripheral arterial disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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  • Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital

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    Phoenix, Arizona, 85204, United States

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  • CIS Grey ASC

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    Gray, Louisiana, 70359, United States

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  • Kaiser Permanente

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    San Diego, California, 92123, United States

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  • Massachusetts General Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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  • MedStar Health Research Institute

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21218, United States

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  • Prisma Heath-University Medical Group

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    Greenville, South Carolina, 29601, United States

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  • The Washington University

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    St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

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    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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  • University of North Carolina Chapel Hill

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    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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