Assessing plaque changes after drug-coated balloon treatment for coronary artery disease

Plaque Modification And Impact On Microcirculatory Territory After Drug-Coated Balloon Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.

NA · Hospital Universitario La Fe · NCT06080919

This study is testing how a special balloon treatment for coronary artery disease affects plaque in the arteries and blood flow in patients.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorHospital Universitario La Fe (other)
Locations1 site (Valencia)
Trial IDNCT06080919 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effects of drug-coated balloon percutaneous coronary intervention (DCB-PCI) on plaque modification and coronary microcirculation in patients with coronary artery disease. It is a single-arm, open-label pilot study that will assess changes in atheroma volume using intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) before and after the procedure, as well as at a three-month follow-up. The study aims to provide insights into the healing processes and plaque remodeling associated with DCB-PCI, which could enhance understanding of this treatment's efficacy.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients with coronary artery disease who are scheduled for percutaneous coronary intervention using drug-coated balloons.

Not a fit: Patients with severe coronary artery conditions, such as chronic total occlusions or those requiring mechanical support, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve treatment strategies for coronary artery disease by providing evidence for the effectiveness of drug-coated balloons.

How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results with similar approaches, although this specific study is exploratory.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient with coronary artery disease undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention with DCB.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Aged \< 18 years.
* Cardiogenic shock.
* ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction.
* Use of mechanical circulatory support.
* Chronic total occlusions, bifurcation lesions, left main coronary artery disease, severe calcified lesions, graft interventions and in-stent restenosis.
* Inability to provide informed consent.
* Unable to understand and follow study-related instructions or unable to comply with study protocol.
* Currently participating in another trial.
* Pregnant women.

Where this trial is running

Valencia

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Coronary Artery Disease, Drug Coated-balloon, Intravascular Ultrasound, Plaque Modification, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, Microvascular Coronary Artery Disease

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.