Sound wave device aims to crack hardened heart arteries
NCT ID NCT07510438
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This first-in-human study tests a new device called Pulse IVL that uses sound waves to break up calcium buildup in heart arteries. Up to 15 people with coronary artery disease will receive the treatment before getting a stent. The goal is to see if the device is safe and helps open the artery enough for successful stenting.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Pulse Intravascular Lithotripsy (Pulse IVL) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could offer a safer way to prepare hardened arteries for stenting, potentially improving blood flow and reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study with only 15 people. The device may not work as expected or could cause vessel damage. More research is needed before it becomes widely available.
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Auckland City Hospital
RECRUITINGAuckland, 1142, New Zealand
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Monash Health, Victorian Heart Hospital
RECRUITINGMelbourne, Victoria, 3168, Australia
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