Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 70

Iliac vein stenting with dedicated venous stents for chronic post-thrombotic venous ulcers

Official title: Outcomes of Iliac Vein Stenting With Dedicated Venous Stents in Treatment of Chronic Post-thrombotic Venous Ulcers

Run by Ain Shams University · NCT07762222 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether using dedicated iliac venous stents to reopen obstructed veins helps heal chronic leg ulcers caused by post-thrombotic syndrome in adults.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorAin Shams University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Cairo)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 2, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 2, 2026
Study endsJanuary 1, 2027
Registry record updatedAugust 13, 2026
Trial IDNCT07762222 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults aged 18 and older with chronic non-healing iliofemoral post-thrombotic venous ulcers classified as CEAP C6 and confirmed venous obstruction.

Probably not a fit

Patients without iliofemoral venous obstruction or with nonthrombotic iliac vein lesions may not benefit from the venous stenting procedure.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Participants with chronic non-healing venous ulcers due to iliofemoral post-thrombotic syndrome receive standard wound care and compression, while a subset undergo endovascular venous recanalization and stenting of the iliac veins. The procedure uses ultrasound guidance, venography, balloon venoplasty, and a dedicated self-expanding venous stent, followed by post-procedure care and antithrombotic management. Outcomes focus on ulcer healing, venous flow, and stent patency, with data collected through clinic visits and imaging. The study aims to determine if the venous intervention improves wound healing beyond standard care alone.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the approach could improve healing of chronic venous ulcers and reduce symptoms for patients with iliofemoral post-thrombotic syndrome.

How similar studies have gone: Earlier studies in venous stenting for post-thrombotic syndrome have shown potential benefits in select patients, but robust, definitive evidence remains limited.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Chronic non-healing venous ulcer associated with iliofemoral post-thrombotic syndrome.
* CEAP clinical classification C6.
* Iliofemoral post-thrombotic venous obstruction confirmed by appropriate venous imaging.
* Age 18 years or older.
* Ability to provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Nonthrombotic iliac vein lesion (NIVL).
* Post-phlebitic femoropopliteal venous lesions with a patent iliac vein.
* CEAP clinical classification other than C6.
* Previous venous intervention.
* Active pathological ulcer unrelated to post-thrombotic venous disease.
* Life expectancy less than 2 years.
* Pregnancy.
* Known allergy to contrast media.
* Contraindication to anesthesia.
* Refusal to participate or inability to provide informed consent.

Where it's running

  • Ain shams univeristy hospital
    Cairo, Egypt
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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