Balloon vs stent: which works better for diabetic hearts?
NCT ID NCT05937230
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at 1500 people with diabetes who had a heart procedure to open blocked arteries. Researchers are comparing two treatments: a drug-coated balloon and a drug-eluting stent. The goal is to see which one works better over the long term for this specific group of patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Paclitaxel-coated balloon and drug-eluting stent
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that drug-coated balloons are a better option than stents for diabetic patients with heart disease, potentially reducing long-term complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be less definitive. Diabetes complicates heart treatment, and individual outcomes can vary widely.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ling Tao
Xi'an, Shannxi, 710032, China
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