Could a simple pulse test replace the blood pressure cuff for detecting blocked leg arteries?
NCT ID NCT07226193
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether a device that measures how long it takes for a pulse to travel through the arms and legs can detect peripheral artery disease (PAD), a condition where leg arteries become narrowed. Researchers will compare this new method to the standard ankle-brachial index test and a walking test in 60 adults with or without PAD. The goal is to see if pulse arrival time can serve as a simpler, alternative biomarker for PAD screening.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a simpler, faster way to screen for peripheral artery disease using a device that measures pulse timing instead of blood pressure cuffs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new method is being compared to standard tests and may not prove accurate enough for widespread use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Nebraska at Omaha Health Science Collaborative
RECRUITINGOmaha, Nebraska, 68182, United States
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