Shockwaves to the neck: new device aims to make artery stenting safer
NCT ID NCT07512128
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a device that uses sound waves (lithotripsy) to break up calcium buildup in the carotid arteries—the main arteries in the neck—before placing a stent to keep them open. The goal is to see if this approach reduces complications like stroke, heart attack, or death within 30 days. About 185 adults with calcified carotid arteries will be enrolled at multiple centers.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Shockwave SkyRunner Carotid Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) Catheter
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a safer way to treat hardened neck arteries before placing a stent, potentially lowering the risk of stroke or heart attack during the procedure.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage, single-arm study with no comparison group, so results may not prove the device is better than standard care. Risks include stroke, heart attack, or death from the procedure itself.
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