Stents show promise for rare gut artery tear

NCT ID NCT05171842

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested the safety and effectiveness of using stents (small mesh tubes) to treat a tear in the main artery supplying the gut. 136 patients with this rare condition were treated and followed for 12 months. The goal was to see how many needed a second procedure and to check for complications like stent blockage or death.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China