W.l.gore & Associates

This study looks at how well a special stent graft (VBX) works when used in a procedure called CERAB to treat blockages in the lower part of the main artery (aorta) and the arteries to the legs. About 158 people who already had this procedure at least a year ago will have their m…

This study tests a new medical device designed to reinforce breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy. It involves 180 women having their first breast reconstruction, comparing those who receive the device to those who had standard surgery without it. The goal is to see if t…

This early study tests a man-made cornea device for people whose corneas have become cloudy, often due to injury or disease. Ten participants will receive the implant and be followed for at least 12 months to see if the device stays in place and improves vision safely. The goal i…

This study is checking how safe and effective a special device (GORE TAG Thoracic Branch Endoprosthesis) is for treating serious problems in the main artery of the chest, such as aneurysms, tears, or injury. About 200 people in Japan who need this device will be followed to see i…

This study is testing a device called the GORE EXCLUDER Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis in 100 people with thoracoabdominal or pararenal aortic aneurysms. The device is a multi-component stent-graft system used to repair the weakened area of the aorta. Researchers are chec…

This study looks at whether a small device placed in the heart can help prevent another stroke in people who have a hole between the upper chambers (PFO) and already had a stroke. About 636 participants will get the device and take blood-thinning medicine. Researchers will track …

This study tests a new device called the InnAVasc graft, which is placed under the skin to connect an artery to a vein for easier dialysis access. About 133 adults with end-stage kidney disease who need a graft for dialysis will receive the implant. Researchers will check if the …

This study is collecting information on how a medical mesh called GORE ENFORM performs when used to repair different types of hernias. Researchers will track about 245 adults who receive the mesh during surgery to see how often the hernia comes back or if complications like infec…

This study follows 2,000 people who have had or will have a procedure to fix an abdominal aortic aneurysm (a bulge in the main belly artery) using GORE EXCLUDER devices. Researchers will track their health for 10 years to see how well the devices work and if any problems arise. T…

This study follows 1,500 people who have received or will receive a specific stent graft (GORE TAG with ACTIVE CONTROL) to treat aortic conditions like aneurysms or dissections. Researchers will track outcomes such as device success, complications, and survival for up to 10 years…