Redesigned catheter aims to make angiograms safer and more precise

NCT ID NCT06986954

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First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows about 800 people undergoing angiographic procedures with redesigned Beacon Tip catheters. The goal is to see if the catheters can be safely navigated to the intended location and used for tasks like releasing contrast dye or taking anatomical measurements. Researchers will track major complications within 30 days of the procedure. The data will be used to support regulatory approval in Europe and other regions.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Beacon Tip Catheters (device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could support regulatory approval for improved catheters that help doctors perform angiograms and anatomical measurements more safely.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may not prove the device is better than others. Complications like bleeding or stroke are possible.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

816 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Mar 2026

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

The patient population for this study will be patients receiving care at the 8 office-based labs (OBLs) consisting of 14 sites, all part of the Data Collection Center, Vascular Breakthroughs. These patients will not be constrained to a specific demographic, but rather will be any person who undergoes a procedure using a Beacon Tip Catheter(s).

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * A patient is deemed suitable for inclusion in this study if the patient undergoes a procedure using an applicable Beacon Tip Catheter. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient or his/her legally authorized representative objects to collection and processing of his/her data, or not willing to accept the use of an Informed Consent waiver or the data protection notice (if utilized).

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Aneurysm, False Constriction, Pathologic intracerebral hemorrhage Intracranial Hemorrhages stroke disorder transient ischemic attack vascular malformation

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Vascular Breakthroughs

    Darien, Connecticut, 06820, United States

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