Stent or no stent? new study tests best approach for leg artery disease
NCT ID NCT03776799
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two treatments for complex blockages in the leg's main artery: one avoids stents by using a drug-coated balloon, the other uses a stent. About 120 people with peripheral arterial disease will be randomly assigned to one approach. The goal is to see which keeps the artery open longer and improves walking ability.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Drug-coated balloon (stent-avoiding) or drug-eluting/interwoven stent (stent-preferred)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that avoiding stents with drug-coated balloons works as well or better than stenting for complex leg artery blockages, potentially reducing the need for permanent implants.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 120 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both approaches carry risks like re-blockage or need for repeat procedures.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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University Clinic Leipzig
Leipzig, Saxony, 04103, Germany