Follow-up on the use of drug-coated balloons for treating peripheral artery disease

All Comers Post Market Clinical Follow-up to Continue the Surveillance of the Acotec Drug Coated PTA Catheter Orchid, Tulip and Litos in Lower Limb Treatment

Observational Acotec Scientific Co., Ltd · NCT04393389

This study is trying to see how well AcoArt drug-coated balloons work and how safe they are for people with peripheral artery disease who have either leg pain or severe circulation problems.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment3000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAcotec Scientific Co., Ltd Industry-sponsored
Locations7 sites (Halle, Saxony-Anhalt and 6 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04393389 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to collect and evaluate safety and efficacy data on AcoArt drug-coated balloon catheters used in patients with symptomatic peripheral artery disease. It includes two cohorts: one for patients with claudication and another for those with critical limb ischemia. The study will assess patients undergoing endovascular lower limb revascularization in a real-world setting, following standard practices at participating institutions. The data collected will help understand the performance of these devices in treating significant arterial lesions.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with significant arterial stenosis or occlusions suitable for angioplasty.

Not a fit: Patients with Rutherford Classification Categories 0 or 1, or those already enrolled in other investigational studies may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness and safety of drug-coated balloons in improving outcomes for patients with peripheral artery disease.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar drug-coated balloon approaches, indicating potential for success in this study.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 1\. Patient is ≥ 18 years old at the time of consent.
* 2\. Significant stenosis (≥70%) or occlusions of de-novo or restenotic lesion(s) located in iliac, superficial femoral, popliteal and/or infra-popliteal arteries suitable for angioplasty per operator visual assessment.
* 3\. Lesion(s) can be treated with available AcoArt Orchid (0.035"), AcoArt Tulip (0.018") and AcoArt Litos (0.014") DCB device per current IFU.
* 4\. Subject has provided written informed consent prior to participation in the PMCF, understands the purpose of this PMCF and agrees to comply with all protocol-specified examinations and follow-up appointments.
* 5\. Rutherford Classification Category 2-6 Subjects with Rutherford Category 2 have gone through a conservative therapy without success.
* 6\. Inflow lesion treated prior to target lesion treatment

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1\. Rutherford Classification Category 0, 1
* 2\. Patient already enrolled in other investigational (interventional) studies that would interfere with study endpoints
* 3\. Inability to tolerate required antithrombotic or antiplatelet therapies.
* 4\. Non-dilatable severely calcified lesion.
* 5\. Known hypersensitivity/allergy to components of the investigational device
* 6\. Un-treated acute or subacute thrombus in the target lesion.
* 7\. Life expectancy \< 1 year.
* 8\. Pregnancy or female patient with child bearing potential not taking adequate contraceptives or currently lactating.
* 9\. Other comorbidities, which in the opinion of the investigator limit longevity or likelihood of compliance with protocol follow up.
* 10\. Myocardial infarction or stroke within 30 days prior to index procedure.

Where this trial is running

Halle, Saxony-Anhalt and 6 other locations

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.
Conditions Peripheral Artery Disease
Last reviewed 2026-06-10 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.