Could a balloon beat a stent for heart attacks? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07436429

First seen Mar 07, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study is testing whether a drug-coated balloon can be used instead of a permanent stent during emergency heart attack treatment. The balloon delivers medication to open the blocked artery and may reduce complications like blood clots or improper stent placement. Researchers will track 300 patients to see if this approach is safe and effective.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Universitatsklinikum AKH wien

    RECRUITING

    Vienna, Austria

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