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New treatment option for Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Official title Endovascular Exclusion of Thoracoabdominal and/or Paravisceral Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT00483249
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a study to assess the safety and effectiveness of endovascular treatment of thoracoabdominal (TAAA) and paravisceral abdominal (PVAAA) aortic aneurysms. The investigational operation involves placing a stent-graft over the aortic aneurysm.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aortic aneurysms:
- greater than or equal to 6 cm in diameter in men,
- greater than or equal to 5.5 cm in diameter in women,
- and/or larger than 5 cm in diameter and enlarging at a rate of more than 5 mm/year,
- and/or iliac aneurysms larger than 4 cm in diameter.
You likely can't join if
- Free rupture of the aneurysm.
- Pregnancy.
- Known allergy to Nitinol, stainless steel, or polyester.
- Unwillingness or inability to comply with the follow up schedule.
- Serious systemic or groin infection.
- Uncorrectable coagulopathy.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aortic aneurysms:
- greater than or equal to 6 cm in diameter in men,
- greater than or equal to 5.5 cm in diameter in women,
- and/or larger than 5 cm in diameter and enlarging at a rate of more than 5 mm/year,
- and/or iliac aneurysms larger than 4 cm in diameter.
- Anticipated mortality comparable to published rates with conventional surgical treatment.
- Life expectancy more than 2 years.
- Ability to give informed consent.
- Willingness to comply with follow-up schedule.
- Suitable arterial anatomy for endovascular repair.
- Free rupture of the aneurysm.
- Pregnancy.
- Known allergy to Nitinol, stainless steel, or polyester.
- Unwillingness or inability to comply with the follow up schedule.
- Serious systemic or groin infection.
- Uncorrectable coagulopathy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- San Francisco, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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