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Aortic Diseases clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 23 Aortic Diseases clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 14 countries (most in United States (8), Italy (7), Spain (4)). By phase: Phase 4 (1). The most active sponsors are Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS (5), Vascutek Ltd. (2), The Cleveland Clinic (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 23Clinical trials
- 14Countries
Newest Aortic Diseases clinical trials
All recruiting trials (23)
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Prospective cardiac surgery cohort to improve perioperative care
A multi-center study will test a large, forward-looking database of adults undergoing heart surgery to better understand what affects short- and long-term outcomes.
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Aortic Diseases and Quality of Life: How Work Ability is Affected
This observational study tests how living with aortic diseases affects quality of life, fatigue, mental well-being, and the ability to work in adults aged 18 to 70.
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Long-term follow-up of Intergard vascular grafts and patches
This registry will see how Intergard grafts and patches perform and stay safe over time in adults who had bypass, repair, or replacement of the aorta, carotid, or peripheral arteries.
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Longitudinal Assessment of Cardiac MRI Microstructure in Patients and Healthy People
This study tests advanced, non-contrast and extended clinical cardiac MRI techniques to see how heart tissue features differ between people with heart disease and healthy individuals.
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Rapidlink device for repairing aortic arch branch vessels during open thoracic aorta surgery
This study will test whether the Rapidlink device can help surgeons repair or replace the arteries branching from the aortic arch during open surgery for thoracic aortic disease.
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Korea VHD Echo Study: Real-World Practice of Aortic, Mitral, and Tricuspid Valves
This study looks at how valvular heart disease is managed in Korea by reviewing echocardiograms and medical records from multiple centers to see patterns in disease progression and treatment.
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Evaluating outcomes of thoracic aortic repair in patients with compromised landing zones
This study is testing different stent-graft options for patients with aortic aneurysms who have tricky anatomy to see if they can prevent complications after surgery.
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PTV balloon used to open the aortic valve during TAVI
This will test a new PTV balloon used during TAVI in adults with severe aortic stenosis to see how often it causes new heart conduction problems.
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F2 cerebral filter to protect the brain during transfemoral TAVR
This trial tests whether the F2 Cerebral Protection System is as safe and better than the standard Sentinel device at protecting the brain in people having transfemoral TAVR.
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Registry for physician-modified endografts in aortic aneurysm treatment
This study looks at how well a special type of modified stent works for people with complex abdominal aortic aneurysms that can't be treated with regular methods.
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Evaluating imaging methods for detecting endoleaks in aortic patients
This study is testing three different imaging methods to see which one works best for finding leaks in the blood vessels of patients who have had surgery to repair an aortic aneurysm.
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Evaluating a new surgical technique for patients with acute type A aortic dissection
This study is testing a new surgical method for people with acute type A aortic dissection to see if it is safer and more effective than the standard technique.
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Comparing pain relief methods for patients undergoing vascular surgery
This study is testing whether a single shot of a new pain medication can help people having vascular surgery feel less pain compared to the standard pain relief method.
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Registry of brain-heart comorbidity in China
This study is trying to build a big database to better understand and manage the connection between brain and heart problems in people across China.
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Using Shockwave technology to treat calcified iliac access for aortic procedures
This study is testing if a special shockwave device can help doctors safely deliver large aortic devices through patients' blocked iliac arteries.
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Using bovine pericardial grafts to manage aortic infections
This study looks at how using special bovine heart tissue can help people with aortic infections during their surgery.
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Evaluating outcomes of custom-made aortic devices
This study looks at how well custom-made aortic devices work for people with thoracic aortic disease after they've had a specific repair procedure.
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Study of mycotic aorto-iliac aneurysms and their surgical repair
This study looks at patients with a rare type of infected aneurysm in the aorta to see how different surgical repairs can improve their outcomes and help doctors treat these serious conditions better.
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Development of advanced MRI techniques for heart disease assessment
This study is testing new MRI techniques to see how heart tissue differs between people with heart disease and healthy individuals to improve heart assessments.
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Endovascular treatment for aortic arch pathologies in Spain
This study is testing if special stent devices can help people aged 18 to 90 with serious aortic arch problems live longer and stay safe.
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Improving brain protection during aortic arch surgery
This study is testing a new way to monitor brain health during aortic arch surgery to see if it can help prevent brain problems after the operation.
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Registry collecting data on Terumo Aortic grafts and patches
This study is collecting information on the safety and effectiveness of Terumo Aortic grafts and patches used in heart procedures to help improve patient care.
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Precision medicine for heritable thoracic aortic disease
This study is trying to learn more about genetic factors in people with heritable thoracic aortic disease to help doctors better predict risks and manage their care.
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Quick answers
How many Aortic Diseases clinical trials are recruiting right now?
23, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 14 countries. The most sites are in United States (8 trials), Italy (7 trials), Spain (4 trials), United Kingdom (3 trials), China (3 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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