New amputation technique aims to get veterans back on their feet
NCT ID NCT05437562
First seen Nov 10, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study compares a new type of below-knee amputation (called Ewing amputation) to the standard procedure in 120 veterans with peripheral artery disease. The goal is to see if the new method improves walking, balance, and pain. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two surgeries and will be followed for up to two years.
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Atlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA
RECRUITINGDecatur, Georgia, 30033-4004, United States
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Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Houston, TX
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030-4211, United States
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Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Nashville Campus, Nashville, TN
RECRUITINGNashville, Tennessee, 37212-2637, United States
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