Balloon over stent? new study tests Drug-Coated option for heart disease

NCT ID NCT05133921

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Xijing Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether a drug-coated balloon (DCB) can safely treat blocked heart arteries, possibly avoiding the need for a permanent stent. Researchers followed 2487 patients who received the balloon instead of a stent. The goal was to see how well the balloon prevents heart-related deaths, heart attacks, and the need for repeat procedures.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: drug-coated balloon (paclitaxel)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a drug-coated balloon is a safe and effective alternative to stents for some people with blocked heart arteries.
What could go wrong: This is a single-center, observational study, not a large randomized trial. The balloon can cause complications like artery tearing or sudden blockage, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder Coronary Disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANGIOPLASTY, BALLOON CORONARY HEART DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ling Tao

Xi'an, Shannxi, 710032, China

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