Sound waves smash artery calcium in new leg treatment trial
NCT ID NCT05058456
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new device that uses sound waves to break up calcium deposits in leg arteries of people with peripheral artery disease. Thirty-five participants received the treatment to see if it was safe and could open blocked arteries. The goal was to improve blood flow without causing serious complications.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Shockwave Medical Mini S Peripheral IVL Catheter (a device that delivers sound waves to break up calcium deposits in arteries)
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could offer a new way to treat hardened leg arteries without major surgery, potentially improving blood flow and reducing symptoms like pain or poor wound healing.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study with only 35 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply to everyone. Risks include artery damage, blood clots, or the need for additional procedures.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
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Locations
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Auckland City Hospital
Auckland, New Zealand
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Royal Perth Hospital
Perth, Australia
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Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
Nedlands, Perth, Australia
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Waikato Hospital
Hamilton, New Zealand