New artery surgery shows promise for leg pain
NCT ID NCT03357185
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a surgical technique called femoral tripod eversion for people with blocked leg arteries. 37 patients were followed for two years to check safety and effectiveness. The procedure aims to clear blockages without using synthetic materials. Early results suggest it may be a good option, but more research is needed.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Femoral eversion procedure
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this technique could offer a safe, durable option for treating blocked leg arteries without using synthetic grafts.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center study with no comparison group. Results may not apply to all patients, and complications like infection or recurrence are possible.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hôpital NOVO
Cergy-Pontoise, 95300, France
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