Heat therapy could shrink blood vessel clumps without major surgery
NCT ID NCT07404670
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a minimally invasive procedure called microwave ablation to treat abnormal blood vessel clusters (vascular malformations) that cause pain and swelling. 150 patients will receive one session of this heat-based treatment, guided by ultrasound. Researchers will track changes in lesion size and symptoms over 12 months to see if the procedure is safe and effective.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 150 people
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- Expected to start
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Mar 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Mar 2028
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with clinically diagnosed vascular malformations (venous malformations (VM) or arteriovenous malformations (AVM)) confirmed by MRI or ultrasound. 2. Presence of symptomatic lesions (pain, swelling, functional impairment, or ulceration) that require treatment. 3. Lesions that are amenable to microwave ablation based on preoperative clinical and imaging assessment. 4. Ability to provide informed consent or parental consent for minors (if applicable). Exclusion Criteria: 1. Capillary malformations or congenital arteriovenous fistula. 2. Lesions that are too close to critical structures (e.g., major blood vessels or nerves) and cannot be safely treated. 3. Pregnancy or breastfeeding. 4. Severe coagulopathy or significant bleeding disorders. 5. Active infection at the treatment site. 6. Patients with severe uncontrolled systemic disease that could interfere with treatment or recovery. 7. Recent treatments (e.g., surgery, sclerotherapy, embolization) for the same lesion within the last 6 months.
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